Atty. Janet Lesley Evans

Atty. Janet Lesley Evans

Janet Lesley Evans is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, trusts and 1 other area of law. Janet received a A.B. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years.

Clayton Clayton 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About Janet Lesley Evans at a glance

Janet Lesley Evans is a wills, trusts, probate, and estate planning attorney based in Clayton, California. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Admitted to practice in California (1975). Educated at Hastings College of Law, University of California (J.D., 1975) and University of California at Berkeley (A.B., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Clayton, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Janet Lesley Evans is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, trusts and 1 other area of law
  • Janet received a A.B. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Janet practices in Clayton, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Janet Lesley Evans's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Janet Lesley Evans handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

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Trusts

Janet Lesley Evans is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in California →

Probate

Janet Lesley Evans 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.

Janet Lesley Evans 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 Clayton 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 Janet Lesley Evans

Where is Janet Lesley Evans's law office located?
Janet Lesley Evans's law practice is located in Clayton, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Janet Lesley Evans handle?
Janet Lesley Evans focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Janet Lesley Evans practiced law?
Janet Lesley Evans has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Janet Lesley Evans go to law school?
Janet Lesley Evans earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (A.B., 1971).
How can I contact Janet Lesley Evans for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Janet Lesley Evans received?
Janet Lesley Evans's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Hastings College of Law, University of California
- 1975
A.B.
University of California at Berkeley
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1975

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