Atty. James Ray Knoles

Atty. James Ray Knoles

James Ray Knoles is a lawyer practicing commercial and real property litigation. James received a A.B. degree from University of Southern California in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years.

Foothill Ranch Foothill Ranch 38 yrs experience 38 year
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About James Ray Knoles at a glance

James Ray Knoles is a Member based in Foothill Ranch, California, practicing at James R. Knoles. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on real estate. Admitted to practice in California (1988) and U.S. District Court, Central and Southern Districts of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth C (1988). Educated at University of Southern California (J.D., 1988) and University of Southern California (A.B., 1985). Active member of Orange County, Los Angeles County and American Bar Associations State Bar of California. Serands clients in Foothill Ranch, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Ray Knoles is a lawyer practicing commercial and real property litigation
  • James received a A.B. degree from University of Southern California in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • James practices at James R. Knoles in Foothill Ranch, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Ray Knoles's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

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

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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 Foothill Ranch 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 Ray Knoles

Where is James Ray Knoles's law office located?
James Ray Knoles's law practice is located in Foothill Ranch, California. The firm is James R. Knoles. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Ray Knoles handle?
James Ray Knoles focuses on real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Ray Knoles practiced law?
James Ray Knoles has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did James Ray Knoles go to law school?
James Ray Knoles earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (A.B., 1985).
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Education

J.D.
University of Southern California
- 1988
A.B.
University of Southern California
- 1985

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Central and Southern Districts of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth C
Admitted: 1988

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