Atty. James Carl Wharton

Atty. James Carl Wharton

James Carl Wharton is a lawyer practicing environmental law, bankruptcy, corporate law and 1 other area of law. James received a M.S. degree from University of Idaho in 1968, and has been licensed for 51 years.

Livermore Livermore 51 yrs experience 51 year
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About James Carl Wharton at a glance

James Carl Wharton is an Univ. of Calif. Lawrence Livermore Natl. Laboratory based in Livermore, California. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on trusts, business, bankruptcy, and environmental. Admitted to practice in California (1975). Educated at University of San Francisco (J.D., 1974) and University of Idaho (M.S. University, 1968). Serands clients in Livermore, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Carl Wharton is a lawyer practicing environmental law, bankruptcy, corporate law and 1 other area of law
  • James received a M.S. degree from University of Idaho in 1968, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • James practices in Livermore, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Carl Wharton's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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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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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

James Carl Wharton is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in California →

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 Livermore 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

Common questions about James Carl Wharton

Where is James Carl Wharton's law office located?
James Carl Wharton's law practice is located in Livermore, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Carl Wharton handle?
James Carl Wharton focuses on trusts, business, bankruptcy, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Carl Wharton practiced law?
James Carl Wharton has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did James Carl Wharton go to law school?
James Carl Wharton earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (M.S. University, 1968).
How can I contact James Carl Wharton for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of San Francisco
- 1974
M.S. University
University of Idaho
- 1968

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1975

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