Atty. James Headley Niven
James Headley Niven is a lawyer practicing real property law. James received a B.S. degree from San Jose State College in 1965, and has been licensed for 55 years.
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James Headley Niven is an Attorney based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Niven & Smith. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on real estate. Admitted to practice in California (1971). Educated at Hastings College of Law, University of California (J.D., 1968) and San Jose State College (B.S., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of California. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James Headley Niven is a lawyer practicing real property law
- James received a B.S. degree from San Jose State College in 1965, and has been licensed for 55 years
- James practices at Niven & Smith in San Francisco, CA
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Headley Niven handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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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 San Francisco 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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