Atty. James J. Petelin
James J. Petelin is a lawyer practicing criminal law, family law, estate planning.
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James J. Petelin is a criminal defense, family law, and estate planning attorney based in Chico, California. They have 10+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2016. Admitted to practice in California (2016). Educated at California St University Chico, Chico CA CAL Northern School of Law, Chico CA (—). Serands clients in Chico, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James J. Petelin is a lawyer practicing criminal law, family law, estate planning
- James received a degree from California St University Chico, Chico CA, and has been licensed for 10 years
- James practices in Chico, CA
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James J. Petelin's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James J. Petelin handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
James J. Petelin is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law 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.
James J. Petelin is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →
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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 Chico 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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