Atty. John Steven Kennedy

Atty. John Steven Kennedy

John Steven Kennedy is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, general business and real estate law, probate law and 9 other areas of law. John received a M.A. degree from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years.

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Profile Summary

About John Steven Kennedy at a glance

John Steven Kennedy is a Member based in Pasadena, California, practicing at J. Steven Kennedy. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on contracts, trusts, probate, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in California (1978). Educated at University of California at Los Angeles (J.D., 1978) and University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (M.A. University, 1975). Active member of State Bar of California. Serands clients in Pasadena, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Steven Kennedy is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, general business and real estate law, probate law and 9 other areas of law
  • John received a M.A. degree from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • John practices at J. Steven Kennedy in Pasadena, CA

Practice Areas Explained

John Steven Kennedy's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

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Business & Corporate 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 Pasadena 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 Steven Kennedy

Where is John Steven Kennedy's law office located?
John Steven Kennedy's law practice is located in Pasadena, California. The firm is J. Steven Kennedy. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Steven Kennedy handle?
John Steven Kennedy focuses on contracts, trusts, probate, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John Steven Kennedy practiced law?
John Steven Kennedy has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did John Steven Kennedy go to law school?
John Steven Kennedy earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (M.A. University, 1975).
How can I contact John Steven Kennedy for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of California at Los Angeles
- 1978
M.A. University
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
- 1975

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1978

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