Atty. Rick James Fenelli

Atty. Rick James Fenelli

Rick James Fenelli is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate law, taxation law and 4 other areas of law. Rick received a LL.M. degree from Chapman University School of Law in 2007, and has been licensed for 50 years.

Mission Viejo Mission Viejo 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About Rick James Fenelli at a glance

Rick James Fenelli is a Member based in Mission Viejo, California, practicing at Law Offices Of Rick J Fenelli. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in California (1976). Educated at Chapman University School of Law (LL.M. Taxation, 2007) and Western State University (J.D., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Mission Viejo, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Rick James Fenelli is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate law, taxation law and 4 other areas of law
  • Rick received a LL.M. degree from Chapman University School of Law in 2007, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Rick practices at Law Offices of Rick J. Fenelli in Mission Viejo, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Rick James Fenelli's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

Rick James Fenelli is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in California →

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.

Rick James Fenelli 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.

Rick James Fenelli is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Rick James Fenelli is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax 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 Mission 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 Rick James Fenelli

Where is Rick James Fenelli's law office located?
Rick James Fenelli's law practice is located in Mission Viejo, California. The firm is Law Offices Of Rick J Fenelli. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Rick James Fenelli handle?
Rick James Fenelli focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Rick James Fenelli practiced law?
Rick James Fenelli has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Rick James Fenelli go to law school?
Rick James Fenelli earned their education at (LL.M. Taxation, 2007); (J.D., 1975).
How can I contact Rick James Fenelli for a consultation?
You can contact Rick James Fenelli 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 Rick James Fenelli received?
Rick James Fenelli's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.M. Taxation
Chapman University School of Law
- 2007
J.D.
Western State University
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1976

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