Atty. John Benson Laing

Atty. John Benson Laing

John Benson Laing is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy. John received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1979, and has been licensed for 38 years.

Sylmar Sylmar 38 yrs experience 38 year
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About John Benson Laing at a glance

John Benson Laing is a Principal based in Sylmar, California, practicing at Law Offices of John B. Laing. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Idaho (1988), California (1989), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1989). Educated at Southwestern University School of Law (J.D., 1982) and University of California at Los Angeles (B.A., 1979). Active member of Idaho State Bar (Member, Bankruptcy Section) State Bar of California Society of Real Estate Appraisers. Serands clients in Sylmar, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Benson Laing is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1979, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • John practices at Law Offices of John B. Laing in Sylmar, CA

Practice Areas Explained

John Benson Laing's Areas of Practice

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

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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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 Sylmar 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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Common questions about John Benson Laing

Where is John Benson Laing's law office located?
John Benson Laing's law practice is located in Sylmar, California. The firm is Law Offices of John B. Laing. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Benson Laing handle?
John Benson Laing focuses on bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John Benson Laing practiced law?
John Benson Laing has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did John Benson Laing go to law school?
John Benson Laing earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact John Benson Laing for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Southwestern University School of Law
- 1982
B.A.
University of California at Los Angeles
- 1979

Bar Admissions

Idaho
Admitted: 1988
California
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1989

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