Atty. James William Penrose

Atty. James William Penrose

James William Penrose is a lawyer practicing business, tax, legislation and 1 other area of law. James received a A.B. degree from University of California at Riverside in 1977, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Carson City Carson City 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About James William Penrose at a glance

James William Penrose is an Attorney based in Carson City, Nevada. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on business, tax, and litigation. Admitted to practice in U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California (1982), California (1982), Nevada (1983), and U.S. District Court, District of Nevada (1983). Educated at University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law (J.D., 1982) and University of California at Riverside (A.B. Political, 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of Nevada State Bar of California. Serands clients in Carson City, NV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James William Penrose is a lawyer practicing business, tax, legislation and 1 other area of law
  • James received a A.B. degree from University of California at Riverside in 1977, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • James practices in Carson City, NV

Practice Areas Explained

James William Penrose's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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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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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Nevada

Practicing law in Nevada. Legal matters in Nevada are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Carson City are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Nevada state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Nevada 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 Nevada courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James William Penrose

Where is James William Penrose's law office located?
James William Penrose's law practice is located in Carson City, Nevada. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James William Penrose handle?
James William Penrose focuses on business, tax, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Nevada.
How long has James William Penrose practiced law?
James William Penrose has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did James William Penrose go to law school?
James William Penrose earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (A.B. Political, 1977).
How can I contact James William Penrose for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James William Penrose received?
James William Penrose's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law
- 1982
A.B. Political
University of California at Riverside
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
Admitted: 1982
California
Admitted: 1982
Nevada
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, District of Nevada
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1993

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