Atty. James Arthur Whitten

Atty. James Arthur Whitten

James Arthur Whitten is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, taxation. James received a B.S. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1983, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Danville Danville 37 yrs experience 37 year
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About James Arthur Whitten at a glance

James Arthur Whitten is an IRS Off. Chief Coun. based in Danville, California. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on bankruptcy and tax. Admitted to practice in California (1989). Educated at Golden Gate University (J.D., 1989) and University of California at Berkeley (B.S., 1983). Serands clients in Danville, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Arthur Whitten is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, taxation
  • James received a B.S. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1983, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • James practices in Danville, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Arthur Whitten's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Arthur Whitten handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Danville are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

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Where is James Arthur Whitten's law office located?
James Arthur Whitten's law practice is located in Danville, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Arthur Whitten handle?
James Arthur Whitten focuses on bankruptcy, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Arthur Whitten practiced law?
James Arthur Whitten has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did James Arthur Whitten go to law school?
James Arthur Whitten earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.S., 1983).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Golden Gate University
- 1989
B.S.
University of California at Berkeley
- 1983

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1989

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