Atty. James D. Petterson

Atty. James D. Petterson

James D. Petterson is a lawyer practicing trusts, trust administration.

Downey Downey 56 yrs experience 56 year
Call (424) 374-1069 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James D. Petterson at a glance

James D. Petterson is a Member based in Downey, California, practicing at James D. Petterson. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on trusts. Admitted to practice in California (1970), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1970), U.S. Supreme Court (1976), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of California (1996). Educated at Southwestern University School of Law (J.D., 1969) and Arizona State University (Long Beach, 1959). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Downey, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James D. Petterson is a lawyer practicing trusts, trust administration
  • James D. received a degree from Arizona State University in 1959, and has been licensed for 56 years
  • James D. practices at James D. Petterson in Downey, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James D. Petterson's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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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 Downey 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 D. Petterson's law office located?
James D. Petterson's law practice is located in Downey, California. The firm is James D. Petterson. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James D. Petterson handle?
James D. Petterson focuses on trusts. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James D. Petterson practiced law?
James D. Petterson has 56+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1970.
Where did James D. Petterson go to law school?
James D. Petterson earned their education at (J.D., 1969); (Long Beach, 1959).
How can I contact James D. Petterson for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James D. Petterson received?
James D. Petterson's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Southwestern University School of Law
- 1969
Long Beach
Arizona State University
- 1959

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1970
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1970
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Southern District of California
Admitted: 1996

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