Atty. James Frederick Penney

Atty. James Frederick Penney

James Frederick Penney is a lawyer practicing estate planning, trust law, probate law and 1 other area of law. James received a B.A. degree from Occidental College in 1950, and has been licensed for 72 years.

Laguna Beach Laguna Beach 72 yrs experience 72 year
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Profile Summary

About James Frederick Penney at a glance

James Frederick Penney is a trusts, probate, estate planning, and real estate attorney based in Laguna Beach, California. They have 72+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1954. Admitted to practice in California (1954). Educated at University of Southern California (LL.B., 1953) and Occidental College (B.A., 1950). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Laguna Beach, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Frederick Penney is a lawyer practicing estate planning, trust law, probate law and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Occidental College in 1950, and has been licensed for 72 years
  • James practices in Laguna Beach, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Frederick Penney's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

James Frederick Penney is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

James Frederick Penney is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 Laguna Beach 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

Common questions about James Frederick Penney

Where is James Frederick Penney's law office located?
James Frederick Penney's law practice is located in Laguna Beach, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Frederick Penney handle?
James Frederick Penney focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Frederick Penney practiced law?
James Frederick Penney has 72+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1954.
Where did James Frederick Penney go to law school?
James Frederick Penney earned their education at (LL.B., 1953); (B.A., 1950).
How can I contact James Frederick Penney for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Frederick Penney received?
James Frederick Penney's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
University of Southern California
- 1953
B.A.
Occidental College
- 1950

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1954

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