Atty. James D. Petterson
James D. Petterson is a lawyer practicing trusts, trust administration.
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.
Want to Get Service From This Attorney?
Sign up free and choose one of the two methods below.
Have a legal question? Sign up free, submit it through the Ask the Attorney module and receive a focused answer from a specialist.
- Free to ask a question
- Answers from specialist attorneys
- Optional private / anonymous question
Request an online video meeting or an in-person consultation at the attorney's office. Pick a time that works for you and share the details securely.
- Online video meeting
- In-person at the attorney's office
- Secure messaging and payment
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.
James D. Petterson is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts 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 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.
Looking for additional California attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Downey or all attorneys in California.
Frequently Asked
Common questions about James D. Petterson
Where is James D. Petterson's law office located?
What practice areas does James D. Petterson handle?
How long has James D. Petterson practiced law?
Where did James D. Petterson go to law school?
How can I contact James D. Petterson for a consultation?
What awards or recognition has James D. Petterson received?
Practice Areas
Education
Awards
Bar Admissions
Reviews
No reviews yet.