Atty. Kenneth James Sylva

Atty. Kenneth James Sylva

Kenneth James Sylva is a lawyer practicing environmental and real estate law, environmental and chemical industry regulatory matters, business law and 5 other areas of law. Kenneth received a B.S. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1973, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Sacramento Sacramento 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Kenneth James Sylva at a glance

Kenneth James Sylva is a Shareholder based in Sacramento, California. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, commercial re, zoning, and environmental. Admitted to practice in California (1981). Educated at Stanford University (J.D., 1980) and University of California at Berkeley (B.S. Phi, 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Sacramento, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Kenneth James Sylva is a lawyer practicing environmental and real estate law, environmental and chemical industry regulatory matters, business law and 5 other areas of law
  • Kenneth received a B.S. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1973, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Kenneth practices in Sacramento, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Kenneth James Sylva's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Kenneth James Sylva handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

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

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Commercial Real Estate

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Land Use & Zoning

Kenneth James Sylva is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in California →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Kenneth James Sylva is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental 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 Sacramento 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 Kenneth James Sylva

Where is Kenneth James Sylva's law office located?
Kenneth James Sylva's law practice is located in Sacramento, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Kenneth James Sylva handle?
Kenneth James Sylva focuses on business, real estate, commercial re, zoning, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Kenneth James Sylva practiced law?
Kenneth James Sylva has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Kenneth James Sylva go to law school?
Kenneth James Sylva earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.S. Phi, 1973).
How can I contact Kenneth James Sylva for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Kenneth James Sylva received?
Kenneth James Sylva's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Stanford University
- 1980
B.S. Phi
University of California at Berkeley
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1981

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