Atty. Richard James Kerman

Atty. Richard James Kerman

Richard James Kerman is a lawyer practicing business law, trusts & estates, estate planning. Richard received a B.A. degree from Valparaiso University in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years.

San Diego San Diego 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard James Kerman at a glance

Richard James Kerman is a trusts, estate planning, and business attorney based in San Diego, California. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1978), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1978), California (1980), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of California (1981). Educated at University of San Diego (J.D., 1978) and Valparaiso University (B.A., 1975). Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Richard James Kerman is a lawyer practicing business law, trusts & estates, estate planning
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from Valparaiso University in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Richard practices in San Diego, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Richard James Kerman's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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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.

Richard James Kerman is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Richard James Kerman is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business 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 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 Richard James Kerman

Where is Richard James Kerman's law office located?
Richard James Kerman's law practice is located in San Diego, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard James Kerman handle?
Richard James Kerman focuses on trusts, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Richard James Kerman practiced law?
Richard James Kerman has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Richard James Kerman go to law school?
Richard James Kerman earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Richard James Kerman for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of San Diego
- 1978
B.A.
Valparaiso University
- 1975

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1978
California
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Southern District of California
Admitted: 1981

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