Atty. James Edward Reed
James Edward Reed is a lawyer practicing probate law, estate planning law, civil litigation. James received a B.S. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years.
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James Edward Reed is a Member based in Lafayette, California, practicing at Nichols, Catterton, Downing & Reed. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1976). Educated at San Francisco Law School (J.D., 1976) and University of California at Berkeley (B.S., 1972). Active member of Mt and Diablo Bar Association The State Bar of California. Serands clients in Lafayette, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James Edward Reed is a lawyer practicing probate law, estate planning law, civil litigation
- James received a B.S. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years
- James practices at Nichols, Catterton, Downing & Reed in Lafayette, CA
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James Edward Reed is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in California →
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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Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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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 Lafayette 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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