Atty. James Monroe Allen

Atty. James Monroe Allen

James Monroe Allen is a lawyer practicing estate planning, real estate, small business services and 4 other areas of law. James received a degree from Golden Gate University in 1985, and has been licensed for 54 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About James Monroe Allen at a glance

James Monroe Allen is a Partner based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Leland Parachini Steinberg Matzger And Melnick L L P. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in California (1972). Educated at Golden Gate University (M.S. Tax, 1985) and Hastings College of the Law, University of California (J.D., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Monroe Allen is a lawyer practicing estate planning, real estate, small business services and 4 other areas of law
  • James received a degree from Golden Gate University in 1985, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • James practices at Leland, Parachini, Steinberg, Matzger & Melnick, L.L.P. in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Monroe Allen's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

James Monroe Allen is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in California →

Probate

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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.

James Monroe Allen is one of 226,536 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 Monroe Allen is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Real Estate Law

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

James Monroe Allen is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 San Francisco 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 Monroe Allen

Where is James Monroe Allen's law office located?
James Monroe Allen's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Leland Parachini Steinberg Matzger And Melnick L L P. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Monroe Allen handle?
James Monroe Allen focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Monroe Allen practiced law?
James Monroe Allen has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did James Monroe Allen go to law school?
James Monroe Allen earned their education at (M.S. Tax, 1985); (J.D., 1971).
How can I contact James Monroe Allen for a consultation?
You can contact James Monroe Allen directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James Monroe Allen received?
James Monroe Allen's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

M.S. Tax
Golden Gate University
- 1985
J.D.
Hastings College of the Law, University of California
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1972

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