Atty. James Edward Onken

Atty. James Edward Onken

James Edward Onken is a lawyer practicing family law, real estate law. James received a degree from University of Colorado at Boulder in 1972, and has been licensed for 38 years.

Phoenix Phoenix 38 yrs experience 38 year
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About James Edward Onken at a glance

James Edward Onken is a family law and real estate attorney based in Phoenix, Arizona. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Admitted to practice in California (1988) and Colorado (1989). Educated at University of Colorado at Boulder (J.D. B.a., 1978) and University of Colorado at Boulder (B.a., 1972). Serands clients in Phoenix, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Edward Onken is a lawyer practicing family law, real estate law
  • James received a degree from University of Colorado at Boulder in 1972, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • James practices in Phoenix, AZ

Practice Areas Explained

James Edward Onken's Areas of Practice

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

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Real Estate Law

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 Arizona

Practicing law in Arizona. Legal matters in Arizona are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Phoenix are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Arizona state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Arizona 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 Arizona courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is James Edward Onken's law office located?
James Edward Onken's law practice is located in Phoenix, Arizona. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Edward Onken handle?
James Edward Onken focuses on family law, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arizona.
How long has James Edward Onken practiced law?
James Edward Onken has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did James Edward Onken go to law school?
James Edward Onken earned their education at (J.D. B.a., 1978); (B.a., 1972).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D. B.a.
University of Colorado at Boulder
- 1978
B.a.
University of Colorado at Boulder
- 1972

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1988
Colorado
Admitted: 1989

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