Atty. Richard Powell Sims

Atty. Richard Powell Sims

Richard Powell Sims is a lawyer practicing real estate, real property law. Richard has been licensed for 57 years.

Laguna Beach Laguna Beach 57 yrs experience 57 year
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About Richard Powell Sims at a glance

Richard Powell Sims is a real estate attorney based in Laguna Beach, California. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Admitted to practice in California (1969). Educated at Columbia University School of Law (J.D., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Laguna Beach, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Richard Powell Sims is a lawyer practicing real estate, real property law
  • Richard has been licensed for 57 years
  • Richard practices in Laguna Beach, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Powell Sims's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant 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 Laguna Beach 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 Powell Sims's law office located?
Richard Powell Sims's law practice is located in Laguna Beach, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Powell Sims handle?
Richard Powell Sims focuses on real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Richard Powell Sims practiced law?
Richard Powell Sims has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did Richard Powell Sims go to law school?
Richard Powell Sims earned their education at (J.D., 1968).
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What awards or recognition has Richard Powell Sims received?
Richard Powell Sims's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Columbia University School of Law
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1969

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