Atty. James Michael Hager

Atty. James Michael Hager

James Michael Hager is a lawyer practicing business law, trusts & estates, taxation and 2 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years.

Campbell Campbell 46 yrs experience 46 year
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About James Michael Hager at a glance

James Michael Hager is a Member based in Campbell, California, practicing at James M. Hager. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1980) and U.S. Tax Court (1980). Educated at Golden Gate University (LL.M. Taxation, 1981) and University of California at Los Angeles (B.S., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Santa Clara County Bar Association State Bar of California. Serands clients in Campbell, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Michael Hager is a lawyer practicing business law, trusts & estates, taxation and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • James practices at James M. Hager in Campbell, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Michael Hager's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

James Michael Hager is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in California →

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.

James Michael Hager is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →

Business & Corporate Law

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

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

Tax Law

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

James Michael Hager 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 Campbell 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 Michael Hager

Where is James Michael Hager's law office located?
James Michael Hager's law practice is located in Campbell, California. The firm is James M. Hager. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Michael Hager handle?
James Michael Hager focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Michael Hager practiced law?
James Michael Hager has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did James Michael Hager go to law school?
James Michael Hager earned their education at (LL.M. Taxation, 1981); (B.S., 1976).
How can I contact James Michael Hager for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Michael Hager received?
James Michael Hager's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.M. Taxation
Golden Gate University
- 1981
B.S.
University of California at Los Angeles
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1980

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