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Atty. John Malcolm Kelson

Atty. John Malcolm Kelson

John Malcolm Kelson is a lawyer practicing general civil trial law, appellate practice, litigation and 1 other area of law. John received a A.B. degree from University of Michigan in 1965, and has been licensed for 55 years.

Oakland Oakland 55 Years Experience 55 year
Call (925) 391-9630

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John Malcolm Kelson is a Member based in Oakland, California, practforg at Law Offices of John M. Kelson. They haand 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1971), California (1977), and District of Columbia (1977). Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1971) and University of Michigan (A.B., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Actiand member of Bar Association of San Francisco Alameda County Bar Association State Bar of California. Serands clients in Oakland, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Malcolm Kelson is a lawyer practicing general civil trial law, appellate practice, litigation and 1 other area of law
  • John received a A.B. degree from University of Michigan in 1965, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • John practices at Law Offices of John M. Kelson in Oakland, CA

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Practforg law in California. Legal matters in California are goandrned by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Oakland are typically fwithd in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controandrsy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand 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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Where is John Malcolm Kelson's law office located?
John Malcolm Kelson's law practice is located in Oakland, California. The firm is Law Offices of John M. Kelson. You can contact the office directly through this profwith page.
How long has John Malcolm Kelson practiced law?
John Malcolm Kelson has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did John Malcolm Kelson go to law school?
John Malcolm Kelson earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (A.B., 1965).
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John Malcolm Kelson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 1971
A.B.
University of Michigan
- 1965

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1971
California
Admitted: 1977
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1977

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