Atty. John Michael Billy

Atty. John Michael Billy

John Michael Billy is a lawyer practicing business law, estate planning, real estate and 2 other areas of law. John received a B.S. degree from Carnegie Mellon University in 1959, and has been licensed for 56 years.

La Jolla La Jolla 56 Years Experience 56 year
Call (858) 369-1118

Profile Summary

About John Michael Billy at a glance

John Michael Billy is a trusts, estate planning, business, and real estate attorney based in La Jolla, California. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Admitted to practice in California (1970). Educated at University of San Diego School of Law (J.D., 1970) and Carnegie Mellon University (B.S., 1959). Serves clients in La Jolla, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Michael Billy is a lawyer practicing business law, estate planning, real estate and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from Carnegie Mellon University in 1959, and has been licensed for 56 years
  • John practices in La Jolla, CA

Practice Areas Explained

John Michael Billy's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

John Michael Billy is one of 94,411 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in California →

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.

John Michael Billy is one of 203,974 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →

Business & Corporate Law

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

John Michael Billy is one of 452,854 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 Michael Billy is one of 286,061 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 La Jolla 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 Michael Billy

Where is John Michael Billy's law office located?
John Michael Billy's law practice is located in La Jolla, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Michael Billy handle?
John Michael Billy focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John Michael Billy practiced law?
John Michael Billy has 56+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1970.
Where did John Michael Billy go to law school?
John Michael Billy earned their education at (J.D., 1970); (B.S., 1959).
How can I contact John Michael Billy for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of San Diego School of Law
- 1970
B.S.
Carnegie Mellon University
- 1959

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1970

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