Atty. Paul John Manka

Atty. Paul John Manka

Paul John Manka is a lawyer practicing probate, trusts, estate planning and 3 other areas of law. Paul John received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Nevada City Nevada City 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About Paul John Manka at a glance

Paul John Manka is a Member based in Nevada City, California, practicing at Law Office of Paul J. Manka. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and adr. Admitted to practice in California (1979), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1979), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California (1990), and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1994). Educated at University of La Verne (J.D., 1979) and University of California at Berkeley (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Nevada County Bar Association State Bar of California and Trained Mediator, Placer Dispute Resolution Service, 2001. Serands clients in Nevada City, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Paul John Manka is a lawyer practicing probate, trusts, estate planning and 3 other areas of law
  • Paul John received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Paul John practices at Law Office of Paul J. Manka in Nevada City, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Paul John Manka's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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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.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

Paul John Manka is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Paul John Manka is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 Nevada City 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 Paul John Manka

Where is Paul John Manka's law office located?
Paul John Manka's law practice is located in Nevada City, California. The firm is Law Office of Paul J. Manka. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul John Manka handle?
Paul John Manka focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Paul John Manka practiced law?
Paul John Manka has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Paul John Manka go to law school?
Paul John Manka earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Paul John Manka for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Paul John Manka received?
Paul John Manka's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of La Verne
- 1979
B.A.
University of California at Berkeley
- 1975

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1994

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