Atty. Norval James Richardson

Atty. Norval James Richardson

Norval James Richardson is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, business law, civil trial. Norval received a B.A. degree from University of Minnesota in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years.

San Diego San Diego 49 yrs experience 49 year
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About Norval James Richardson at a glance

Norval James Richardson is a Member based in San Diego, California, practicing at N. James Richardson. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1977), U.S. District Court, Southern District of California (1977), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1982), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1986). Educated at Western State University School of Law (J.D., 1977) and University of Minnesota (B.A. History, 1973). Active member of San Diego and American Bar Associations American Bankruptcy Institute (Founding Member) San Diego County Bankruptcy Forum. Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Norval James Richardson is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, business law, civil trial
  • Norval received a B.A. degree from University of Minnesota in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Norval practices at N. James Richardson in San Diego, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Norval James Richardson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Norval James Richardson 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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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Norval James Richardson is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in California →

Civil 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 San Diego 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 Norval James Richardson

Where is Norval James Richardson's law office located?
Norval James Richardson's law practice is located in San Diego, California. The firm is N. James Richardson. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Norval James Richardson handle?
Norval James Richardson focuses on business, bankruptcy, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Norval James Richardson practiced law?
Norval James Richardson has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Norval James Richardson go to law school?
Norval James Richardson earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A. History, 1973).
How can I contact Norval James Richardson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Western State University School of Law
- 1977
B.A. History
University of Minnesota
- 1973

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Southern District of California
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 2001

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