Atty. James Phillip Edwards

Atty. James Phillip Edwards

James Phillip Edwards is a lawyer practicing education, estate planning, trusts and estates and 14 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from United States Naval Academy in 1989, and has been licensed for 30 years.

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About James Phillip Edwards at a glance

James Phillip Edwards is a Member based in Montrose, California, practicing at James P. Edwards. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on wills, irs, trusts, probate, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Florida (1996), California (2004), and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (2004). Educated at Indiana University School of Law (J.D. University, 1995) and United States Naval Academy (B.S., 1989). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of State Bar of California (Member, Sections on: Tax, Real Property, Probate and Trust) The Florida Bar. Serands clients in Montrose, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Phillip Edwards is a lawyer practicing education, estate planning, trusts and estates and 14 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from United States Naval Academy in 1989, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • James practices at James P. Edwards in Montrose, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Phillip Edwards's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

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IRS Disputes & Audits

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Trusts

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

Probate

James Phillip Edwards is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate 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 Phillip Edwards is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning 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 Montrose 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 Phillip Edwards

Where is James Phillip Edwards's law office located?
James Phillip Edwards's law practice is located in Montrose, California. The firm is James P. Edwards. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Phillip Edwards handle?
James Phillip Edwards focuses on wills, irs, trusts, probate, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Phillip Edwards practiced law?
James Phillip Edwards has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did James Phillip Edwards go to law school?
James Phillip Edwards earned their education at (J.D. University, 1995); (B.S., 1989).
How can I contact James Phillip Edwards for a consultation?
You can contact James Phillip Edwards 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 Phillip Edwards received?
James Phillip Edwards's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D. University
Indiana University School of Law
- 1995
B.S.
United States Naval Academy
- 1989

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1996
California
Admitted: 2004
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 2004

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