Atty. Nolan M. Kennedy

Atty. Nolan M. Kennedy

Nolan M. Kennedy has practiced law on the Monterey Peninsula since 1973, primarily in the areas of business transactions, business and non-profit organizations, real estate and health care law.

Monterey Monterey 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About Nolan M. Kennedy at a glance

Nolan M. Kennedy is a Shareholder based in Monterey, California, practicing at Kennedy, Archer & Giffen A Professional Corporation. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, and health care. Admitted to practice in California (1973). Educated at Hastings College of the Law, University of California (J.D., 1973) and Baylor University (B.A., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Monterey County Bar Association. Serands clients in Monterey, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Nolan M. Kennedy has practiced law on the Monterey Peninsula since 1973, primarily in the areas of business transactions, business and non-profit organizations, real estate and health care law
  • He has written and lectured extensively in legal areas, and is co-author on the chapter on Options in Real Estate Transactions, published by the California Continuing Education of the Bar
  • In 2015, he was honored by the Monterey County Bar Association with the Gibson Award, given to recognize legal achievement and distinguished community service
  • Mr. Kennedy is active in the local community
  • He served for six years on the board of the Monterey Peninsula College Foundation, ending in 2016, with three years as chair of that board
  • He also is a past board member of the Monterey County United Way, and was chair of the board for two years
  • He has served on a number of other non-profit organizations including the Carmel Bach Festival, the Monterey Peninsula Chamber of Commerce, and Volunteers in Action
  • Currently he is a member of the State Bar of California and the Monterey County Bar Association, for which he served on the executive committee
  • Mr. Kennedy is a graduate of Baylor University in Texas and the University of California Hastings College of the Law
  • While in law school, Mr. Kennedy received the Order of the Coif and was a member and managing editor of the Hastings Law Journal

Practice Areas Explained

Nolan M. Kennedy's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Nolan M. Kennedy 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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Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

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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 Monterey 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 Nolan M. Kennedy

Where is Nolan M. Kennedy's law office located?
Nolan M. Kennedy's law practice is located in Monterey, California. The firm is Kennedy, Archer & Giffen A Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Nolan M. Kennedy handle?
Nolan M. Kennedy focuses on business, real estate, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Nolan M. Kennedy practiced law?
Nolan M. Kennedy has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Nolan M. Kennedy go to law school?
Nolan M. Kennedy earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1965).
How can I contact Nolan M. Kennedy for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Nolan M. Kennedy received?
Nolan M. Kennedy's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Hastings College of the Law, University of California
- 1973
B.A.
Baylor University
- 1965

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1973

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