Atty. James Sunlung Yan

Atty. James Sunlung Yan

James Sunlung Yan is a lawyer practicing taxation law, bankruptcy law. James received a B.A. degree from New York University in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Pasadena Pasadena 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About James Sunlung Yan at a glance

James Sunlung Yan is a Principal based in Pasadena, California, practicing at Law Offices of James Yan. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on bankruptcy and tax. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1987) and California (1992). Educated at University of Wisconsin (J.D., 1987) and New York University (B.A., 1984). Active member of State Bar of Wisconsin Southern California Chinese Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Pasadena, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Sunlung Yan is a lawyer practicing taxation law, bankruptcy law
  • James received a B.A. degree from New York University in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • James practices at Law Offices of James Yan in Pasadena, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Sunlung Yan's Areas of Practice

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

Bankruptcy & Debt

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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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 Pasadena 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

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Where is James Sunlung Yan's law office located?
James Sunlung Yan's law practice is located in Pasadena, California. The firm is Law Offices of James Yan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Sunlung Yan handle?
James Sunlung Yan focuses on bankruptcy, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Sunlung Yan practiced law?
James Sunlung Yan has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did James Sunlung Yan go to law school?
James Sunlung Yan earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1984).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Wisconsin
- 1987
B.A.
New York University
- 1984

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin
Admitted: 1987
California
Admitted: 1992

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