Atty. James Kenneth Karas

Atty. James Kenneth Karas

James Kenneth Karas is a lawyer practicing business law, real estate law, litigation. James received a B.A. degree from San Jose State University, and has been licensed for 49 years.

Claremont Claremont 49 yrs experience 49 year
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About James Kenneth Karas at a glance

James Kenneth Karas is a J., CA Unemp. Ins. App. Bd. based in Claremont, California. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1977). Educated at Pepperdine University J.D. (—) and San Jose State University B.A. (—). Serands clients in Claremont, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Kenneth Karas is a lawyer practicing business law, real estate law, litigation
  • James received a B.A. degree from San Jose State University, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • James practices in Claremont, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Kenneth Karas's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

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

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Claremont 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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Where is James Kenneth Karas's law office located?
James Kenneth Karas's law practice is located in Claremont, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Kenneth Karas handle?
James Kenneth Karas focuses on business, real estate, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Kenneth Karas practiced law?
James Kenneth Karas has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
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Education

Pepperdine University J.D.
- In Progress
San Jose State University B.A.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1977

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