Atty. John Luke Setchell

Atty. John Luke Setchell

John Luke Setchell is a lawyer practicing litigation, business, corporate and 4 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from California State University in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 51 Years Experience 51 year
Call (424) 600-2926

Profile Summary

About John Luke Setchell at a glance

John Luke Setchell is an Associate based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Rifenbark & Zurawski. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on probate, family law, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in California (1975), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1975), and Hawaii (1976). Educated at Southwestern University School of Law (J.D., 1974) and California State University (B.A. Santa, 1971). Active member of Long Beach, Los Angeles County and Hawaii State Bar Associations State Bar of California. Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Luke Setchell is a lawyer practicing litigation, business, corporate and 4 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from California State University in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • John practices at Rifenbark & Zurawski in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

John Luke Setchell's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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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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Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate Law

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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 Los Angeles 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 venue, 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 Luke Setchell

Where is John Luke Setchell's law office located?
John Luke Setchell's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Rifenbark & Zurawski. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Luke Setchell handle?
John Luke Setchell focuses on probate, family law, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John Luke Setchell practiced law?
John Luke Setchell has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did John Luke Setchell go to law school?
John Luke Setchell earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A. Santa, 1971).
How can I contact John Luke Setchell for a consultation?
You can contact John Luke Setchell 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.

Education

J.D.
Southwestern University School of Law
- 1974
B.A. Santa
California State University
- 1971

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1975
Hawaii
Admitted: 1976

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