Atty. James Hadlock Drennan

Atty. James Hadlock Drennan

James Hadlock Drennan is a lawyer practicing estate planning, trust law, wills and 9 other areas of law. James has been licensed for 32 years.

Bakersfield Bakersfield 32 yrs experience 32 year
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About James Hadlock Drennan at a glance

James Hadlock Drennan is a Member based in Bakersfield, California, practicing at James H Drennan Esq. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in California (1994). Educated at California Pacific School of Law (J.D., 1993). Active member of Kern County and American Bar Associations State Bar of California. Serands clients in Bakersfield, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Hadlock Drennan is a lawyer practicing estate planning, trust law, wills and 9 other areas of law
  • James has been licensed for 32 years
  • James practices at James H. Drennan, Esq. in Bakersfield, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Hadlock Drennan's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

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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.

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Business & Corporate Law

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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 Bakersfield 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 Hadlock Drennan

Where is James Hadlock Drennan's law office located?
James Hadlock Drennan's law practice is located in Bakersfield, California. The firm is James H Drennan Esq. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Hadlock Drennan handle?
James Hadlock Drennan focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Hadlock Drennan practiced law?
James Hadlock Drennan has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did James Hadlock Drennan go to law school?
James Hadlock Drennan earned their education at (J.D., 1993).
How can I contact James Hadlock Drennan for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
California Pacific School of Law
- 1993

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1994

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