Atty. John Peter Wakeman, Jr

Atty. John Peter Wakeman, Jr

John Peter Wakeman, Jr is a lawyer practicing estate planning, trust administration, probate and 5 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Vanderbilt University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Westlake Village Westlake Village 42 yrs experience 42 year
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About John Peter Wakeman, Jr at a glance

John Peter Wakeman, Jr is a Member based in Westlake Village, California, practicing at Wakeman Law Group, Inc.. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and tax. Admitted to practice in California (1984) and Florida (1985). Educated at Stetson University (J.D., 1984) and Vanderbilt University (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Los Angeles and Ventura County Bar Associations State Bar of California The Florida Bar. Serands clients in Westlake Village, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Peter Wakeman, Jr is a lawyer practicing estate planning, trust administration, probate and 5 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Vanderbilt University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • John practices at Wakeman Law Group, Inc. in Westlake Village, CA

Practice Areas Explained

John Peter Wakeman, Jr's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

John Peter Wakeman, Jr is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in California →

Trusts

John Peter Wakeman, Jr is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in California →

Probate

John Peter Wakeman, Jr is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate 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 Peter Wakeman, Jr is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →

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 Westlake Village 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 Peter Wakeman, Jr

Where is John Peter Wakeman, Jr's law office located?
John Peter Wakeman, Jr's law practice is located in Westlake Village, California. The firm is Wakeman Law Group, Inc.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Peter Wakeman, Jr handle?
John Peter Wakeman, Jr focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John Peter Wakeman, Jr practiced law?
John Peter Wakeman, Jr has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did John Peter Wakeman, Jr go to law school?
John Peter Wakeman, Jr earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact John Peter Wakeman, Jr for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Peter Wakeman, Jr received?
John Peter Wakeman, Jr's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Stetson University
- 1984
B.A.
Vanderbilt University
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1984
Florida
Admitted: 1985

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