Atty. James Michael Petrucelli

Atty. James Michael Petrucelli

James Michael Petrucelli is a lawyer. James received a B.S. degree from California State University at Fresno in 1972, and has been licensed for 37 years.

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About James Michael Petrucelli at a glance

James Michael Petrucelli is a Fresno Co. Sup. Ct. based in Fresno, California. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Admitted to practice in California (1989), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California (1989), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1990). Educated at San Joaquin College of Law (J.D., 1989) and California State University at Fresno (B.S., 1972). Serands clients in Fresno, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Michael Petrucelli is a lawyer
  • James received a B.S. degree from California State University at Fresno in 1972, and has been licensed for 37 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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Where is James Michael Petrucelli's law office located?
James Michael Petrucelli's law practice is located in Fresno, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has James Michael Petrucelli practiced law?
James Michael Petrucelli has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did James Michael Petrucelli go to law school?
James Michael Petrucelli earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.S., 1972).
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Education

J.D.
San Joaquin College of Law
- 1989
B.S.
California State University at Fresno
- 1972

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1990

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