Atty. James Vaughn Jones

Atty. James Vaughn Jones

James Vaughn Jones is a lawyer practicing general civil law, criminal trial practice, probate law and 8 other areas of law. James received a A.A. degree from Napa Junior College in 1959, and has been licensed for 59 years.

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Profile Summary

About James Vaughn Jones at a glance

James Vaughn Jones is a Senior Partner based in Napa, California, practicing at James V. Jones. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and employment. Admitted to practice in California (1967). Educated at Hastings College of Law, University of California (J.D., 1967) and Napa Junior College (A.A. University, 1959). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Napa County Bar Association (President, 1978) State Bar of California Consumer Attorneys of California The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Napa, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Vaughn Jones is a lawyer practicing general civil law, criminal trial practice, probate law and 8 other areas of law
  • James received a A.A. degree from Napa Junior College in 1959, and has been licensed for 59 years
  • James practices at James V. Jones in Napa, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Vaughn Jones's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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Personal Injury

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Employment Law

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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 Napa 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 Vaughn Jones

Where is James Vaughn Jones's law office located?
James Vaughn Jones's law practice is located in Napa, California. The firm is James V. Jones. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Vaughn Jones handle?
James Vaughn Jones focuses on probate, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Vaughn Jones practiced law?
James Vaughn Jones has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
Where did James Vaughn Jones go to law school?
James Vaughn Jones earned their education at (J.D., 1967); (A.A. University, 1959).
How can I contact James Vaughn Jones for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Vaughn Jones received?
James Vaughn Jones's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Hastings College of Law, University of California
- 1967
A.A. University
Napa Junior College
- 1959

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1967

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