Atty. James Kenneth Graves

Atty. James Kenneth Graves

James Kenneth Graves is a lawyer practicing business law, tax law, estate planning and 1 other area of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of California at San Diego in 1977, and has been licensed for 43 years.

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About James Kenneth Graves at a glance

James Kenneth Graves is a Member based in El Centro, California, practicing at Ewing Johnson & Graves Professional Law Corporation. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, and tax. Admitted to practice in California (1983), U.S. Tax Court (1984), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of California (1986). Educated at Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California (J.D., 1982) and University of California at San Diego (B.A. University, 1977). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Imperial County and American. Serands clients in El Centro, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Kenneth Graves is a lawyer practicing business law, tax law, estate planning and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of California at San Diego in 1977, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • James practices at Ewing Johnson & Graves Professional Law Corporation in El Centro, CA and 2 others locations

Practice Areas Explained

James Kenneth Graves's Areas of Practice

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

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

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

James Kenneth Graves is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Real Estate Law

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

James Kenneth Graves is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

James Kenneth Graves is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax 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 El Centro 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 Kenneth Graves

Where is James Kenneth Graves's law office located?
James Kenneth Graves's law practice is located in El Centro, California. The firm is Ewing Johnson & Graves Professional Law Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Kenneth Graves handle?
James Kenneth Graves focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Kenneth Graves practiced law?
James Kenneth Graves has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did James Kenneth Graves go to law school?
James Kenneth Graves earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A. University, 1977).
How can I contact James Kenneth Graves for a consultation?
You can contact James Kenneth Graves directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James Kenneth Graves received?
James Kenneth Graves's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California
- 1982
B.A. University
University of California at San Diego
- 1977

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Southern District of California
Admitted: 1986

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