Atty. Richard James Heaps

Atty. Richard James Heaps

Richard James Heaps is a lawyer practicing business. Richard received a B.A. degree from Yale University, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Alameda Alameda 47 yrs experience 47 year
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About Richard James Heaps at a glance

Richard James Heaps is a business attorney based in Alameda, California. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Admitted to practice in California (1979). Educated at Stanford University J.D. (—) and Yale University B.A. (—). Serands clients in Alameda, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Richard James Heaps is a lawyer practicing business
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from Yale University, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Richard practices in Alameda, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Richard James Heaps's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard James Heaps 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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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 Alameda 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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Where is Richard James Heaps's law office located?
Richard James Heaps's law practice is located in Alameda, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Richard James Heaps focuses on business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Richard James Heaps practiced law?
Richard James Heaps has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
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Practice Areas

Education

Stanford University J.D.
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Yale University B.A.
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Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1979

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