Atty. John Cletro Holberton

Atty. John Cletro Holberton

Mr. John Cletro Holberton is a lawyer practicing corporate transactions, finance & governance, taxation & benefits.

South Pasadena South Pasadena 54 yrs experience 54 year
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About John Cletro Holberton at a glance

John Cletro Holberton is a business and tax attorney based in South Pasadena, California. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Admitted to practice in Oregon (1972) and California (1979). Educated at Stanford University (J.D., 1972) and Stanford University (A.B. Stanford, 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in South Pasadena, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. John Cletro Holberton is a lawyer practicing corporate transactions, finance & governance, taxation & benefits
  • John received a A.B. degree from Stanford University in 1968, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • John practices in South Pasadena, CA

Practice Areas Explained

John Cletro Holberton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Cletro Holberton 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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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 South Pasadena 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 Cletro Holberton

Where is John Cletro Holberton's law office located?
John Cletro Holberton's law practice is located in South Pasadena, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Cletro Holberton handle?
John Cletro Holberton focuses on business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John Cletro Holberton practiced law?
John Cletro Holberton has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did John Cletro Holberton go to law school?
John Cletro Holberton earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (A.B. Stanford, 1968).
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What awards or recognition has John Cletro Holberton received?
John Cletro Holberton's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Stanford University
- 1972
A.B. Stanford
Stanford University
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Oregon
Admitted: 1972
California
Admitted: 1979

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