Atty. John Alexander Duncan

Atty. John Alexander Duncan

John Alexander Duncan is a lawyer practicing estate and trust litigation, trusts & estates, estate planning. John received a B.A. degree from University of Washington in 1960, and has been licensed for 62 years.

Newport Beach Newport Beach 62 yrs experience 62 year
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Profile Summary

About John Alexander Duncan at a glance

John Alexander Duncan is a Member based in Newport Beach, California, practicing at John A. Duncan A Professional Corporation. They have 62+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1964. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, and estate litigation. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court, Northern, Eastern, Central and Southern Districts of California U.S. (1964). Educated at Hastings College of the Law, University of California (J.D., 1963) and University of Washington (B.A., 1960). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Orange County Bar Association State Bar of California American College of Trust and Estate Counsel Orange County Trial Lawyers Association Orange Coast Estate Planning Council. Serands clients in Newport Beach, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Alexander Duncan is a lawyer practicing estate and trust litigation, trusts & estates, estate planning
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Washington in 1960, and has been licensed for 62 years
  • John practices at John A. Duncan A Professional Corporation in Newport Beach, CA

Practice Areas Explained

John Alexander Duncan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Alexander Duncan handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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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.

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Estate & Trust 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 Newport Beach 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 John Alexander Duncan

Where is John Alexander Duncan's law office located?
John Alexander Duncan's law practice is located in Newport Beach, California. The firm is John A. Duncan A Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Alexander Duncan handle?
John Alexander Duncan focuses on trusts, estate planning, estate litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John Alexander Duncan practiced law?
John Alexander Duncan has 62+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1964.
Where did John Alexander Duncan go to law school?
John Alexander Duncan earned their education at (J.D., 1963); (B.A., 1960).
How can I contact John Alexander Duncan for a consultation?
You can contact John Alexander Duncan directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has John Alexander Duncan received?
John Alexander Duncan's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Hastings College of the Law, University of California
- 1963
B.A.
University of Washington
- 1960

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Court, Northern, Eastern, Central and Southern Districts of California U.S.
Admitted: 1964

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