Atty. James E. Shekoyan
Mr. Shekoyan, a Baker Manock & Jensen Senior Counsel, has been a lawyer for more than 45 years.
Estate Planning & More Attorney · Serving Fresno, CA · 60+ Years Experience
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About James E. Shekoyan at a Glance
James E. Shekoyan is a Senior Counsel based in Fresno, California, practicing at Baker Manock Jensen Pc. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in California (1966), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1966), U.S. Tax Court (1969), and U.S. Supreme Court (1971). Educated at Hastings College of the Law, University of California (J.D., 1965) and Stanford University (A.B., 1962). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Fresno, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James E. Shekoyan
- Mr. Shekoyan, a Baker Manock & Jensen Senior Counsel, has been a lawyer for more than 45 years
- He practices in the areas of business formation and consultation, real estate and estate planning, with an emphasis in estate and gift tax planning, trusts, wills, family limited partnerships, and advising in the administration of trusts and estates
- Mr. Shekoyan also represents clients in business succession planning and commercial and agricultural real estate matters
- He is a member and past president of the Fresno Estate Planning Council, a past board member of the Fresno Business Council, a past board member of the California Water Commission and other community organizations, and served as chairman of the City of Fresno's Little Hoover Commission
- He currently serves as a board member and is a past president of the California Supreme Court Historical Society, and is a member of California State University Fresno President's Advisory Board
- He is a member of the Fresno County and American Bar Associations
Practice Areas Explained
James E. Shekoyan's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James E. Shekoyan handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Fresno.
Trusts in Fresno
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Probate in Fresno
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Estate Planning & Probate in Fresno
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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Business & Corporate Law in Fresno
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in Fresno
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Fresno
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 Fresno 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 venue, 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.
Fresno Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Fresno-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Fresno Choose James E. Shekoyan
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish James E. Shekoyan's practice in the field of trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James E. Shekoyan brings 60+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California, U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit, and U.S. Tax Court, James E. Shekoyan can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, probate, and estate planning, James E. Shekoyan can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Fresno
A Fresno-based practice means James E. Shekoyan attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues James E. Shekoyan Handles in Fresno
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