Atty. James P. McKenna

Atty. James P. McKenna

Order of the Barristers. Judicial Extern, Supreme Court, State of California.

Chico Chico 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About James P. McKenna at a glance

James P. McKenna is a Partner based in Chico, California, practicing at Peters Habib Mckenna And Juhl Rhodes Llp. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on car accidents, contracts, wrongful death, personal injury, and motorcycle. Admitted to practice in California (1989). Educated at University of San Francisco (J.D., 1989) and California State University at Chico (B.A., 1986). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Butte County Bar Association State Bar of California. Serands clients in Chico, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Order of the Barristers
  • Judicial Extern, Supreme Court, State of California
  • Managing Director, Moot Court Board

Practice Areas Explained

James P. McKenna's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Contracts

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Wrongful Death

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Motorcycle Accidents

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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 Chico 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 P. McKenna

Where is James P. McKenna's law office located?
James P. McKenna's law practice is located in Chico, California. The firm is Peters Habib Mckenna And Juhl Rhodes Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James P. McKenna handle?
James P. McKenna focuses on car accidents, contracts, wrongful death, personal injury, motorcycle. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James P. McKenna practiced law?
James P. McKenna has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did James P. McKenna go to law school?
James P. McKenna earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1986).
How can I contact James P. McKenna for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James P. McKenna received?
James P. McKenna's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of San Francisco
- 1989
B.A.
California State University at Chico
- 1986

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1989

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