Atty. John Marshall Collins

Atty. John Marshall Collins

John Marshall Collins is a lawyer practicing real estate, business, estate/personal planning and 1 other area of law. John Marshall received a B.A. degree from University of California, and has been licensed for 54 years.

Santa Clara Santa Clara 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About John Marshall Collins at a glance

John Marshall Collins is a Principle based in Santa Clara, California, practicing at John Marshall Collins, P.C.. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1972). Educated at University of California School of Law, Los Angeles (J.D., 1972) and University of California B.A. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Santa Clara County Bar Association. Serands clients in Santa Clara, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Marshall Collins is a lawyer practicing real estate, business, estate/personal planning and 1 other area of law
  • John Marshall received a B.A. degree from University of California, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • John Marshall practices at John Marshall Collins, P.C. in Santa Clara, CA

Practice Areas Explained

John Marshall Collins's Areas of Practice

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

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

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

John Marshall Collins is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

John Marshall Collins is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →

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 Santa Clara 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 Marshall Collins

Where is John Marshall Collins's law office located?
John Marshall Collins's law practice is located in Santa Clara, California. The firm is John Marshall Collins, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Marshall Collins handle?
John Marshall Collins focuses on estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John Marshall Collins practiced law?
John Marshall Collins has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did John Marshall Collins go to law school?
John Marshall Collins earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (—).
How can I contact John Marshall Collins for a consultation?
You can contact John Marshall Collins 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 Marshall Collins received?
John Marshall Collins's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of California School of Law, Los Angeles
- 1972
University of California B.A.
- In Progress

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1972

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