Atty. James Lee Donovan

Atty. James Lee Donovan

James Lee Donovan is a lawyer. James received a degree from Seattle University School of Law, Seattle WA, and has been licensed for 50 years.

Fresno Fresno 50 yrs experience 50 year
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About James Lee Donovan at a glance

James Lee Donovan is an Admin. Law J., CUIAB based in Fresno, California. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Admitted to practice in Washington (1976) and California (1977). Educated at University of Puget Sound (J.D., 1975) and Seattle University School of Law, Seattle WA Santa Clara University, Santa Clara CA (—). Serands clients in Fresno, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Lee Donovan is a lawyer
  • James received a degree from Seattle University School of Law, Seattle WA, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • James practices in Fresno, CA

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 Fresno 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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James Lee Donovan's law practice is located in Fresno, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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James Lee Donovan has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
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James Lee Donovan earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (—).
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Education

J.D.
University of Puget Sound
- 1975
Seattle University School of Law, Seattle WA Santa Clara University, Santa Clara CA
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1976
California
Admitted: 1977

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