Atty. Richard Thomas Needham

Atty. Richard Thomas Needham

Richard Thomas Needham is a lawyer practicing corporate, emerging growth/venture capital, family owned and closely held businesses and 15 other areas of law. Richard received a B.S. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years.

Aliso Viejo Aliso Viejo 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard Thomas Needham at a glance

Richard Thomas Needham is a family law, estate planning, business, real estate, and m&a attorney based in Aliso Viejo, California. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Admitted to practice in California (1990). Educated at Loyola Law School (J.D., 1990) and University of California, Berkeley (B.S., 1987). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Aliso Viejo, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Richard Thomas Needham is a lawyer practicing corporate, emerging growth/venture capital, family owned and closely held businesses and 15 other areas of law
  • Richard received a B.S. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Richard practices in Aliso Viejo, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Thomas Needham's Areas of Practice

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

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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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.

Richard Thomas Needham is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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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 Aliso Viejo 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 Thomas Needham

Where is Richard Thomas Needham's law office located?
Richard Thomas Needham's law practice is located in Aliso Viejo, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Thomas Needham handle?
Richard Thomas Needham focuses on family law, estate planning, business, real estate, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Richard Thomas Needham practiced law?
Richard Thomas Needham has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Richard Thomas Needham go to law school?
Richard Thomas Needham earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.S., 1987).
How can I contact Richard Thomas Needham for a consultation?
You can contact Richard Thomas Needham directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Richard Thomas Needham received?
Richard Thomas Needham's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Loyola Law School
- 1990
B.S.
University of California, Berkeley
- 1987

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1990

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