Atty. James Mcguire Bell

Atty. James Mcguire Bell

James Mcguire Bell is a lawyer practicing taxation, corporate & incorporation, litigation and 3 other areas of law. James received a degree from UC Berkeley SOL Boalt Hall, Berkeley, CA, and has been licensed for 60 years.

Fresno Fresno 60 yrs experience 60 year
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About James Mcguire Bell at a glance

James Mcguire Bell is a formation, estate planning, real estate, bankruptcy, and tax attorney based in Fresno, California. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Admitted to practice in California (1966). Educated at UC Berkeley SOL Boalt Hall, Berkeley, CA Univ of California Berkeley, Berkeley, CA (—). Serands clients in Fresno, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James Mcguire Bell is a lawyer practicing taxation, corporate & incorporation, litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a degree from UC Berkeley SOL Boalt Hall, Berkeley, CA, and has been licensed for 60 years
  • James practices in Fresno, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Mcguire Bell's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

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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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Real Estate Law

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

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

James Mcguire Bell is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in California →

Tax Law

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

James Mcguire Bell 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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Mcguire Bell

Where is James Mcguire Bell's law office located?
James Mcguire Bell's law practice is located in Fresno, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Mcguire Bell handle?
James Mcguire Bell focuses on formation, estate planning, real estate, bankruptcy, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Mcguire Bell practiced law?
James Mcguire Bell has 60+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1966.
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Education

UC Berkeley SOL Boalt Hall, Berkeley, CA Univ of California Berkeley, Berkeley, CA
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Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1966

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