Atty. Thomas J. O'Keefe

Atty. Thomas J. O'Keefe

Thomas J. O'Keefe is a lawyer practicing estate planning law, wills law, probate law and 5 other areas of law.

San Clemente San Clemente 64 yrs experience 64 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas J. O'Keefe at a glance

Thomas J. O'Keefe is a wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and business attorney based in San Clemente, California. They have 64+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1962. Admitted to practice in California (1962), U.S. District Court, Southern District of California and U.S. Tax Court (1962), U.S. Supreme Court (1975), and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1983). Educated at Stanford University (J.D., 1961) and Loyola University (B.B.A., 1958). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in San Clemente, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Thomas J. O'Keefe is a lawyer practicing estate planning law, wills law, probate law and 5 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.B.A. degree from Loyola University in 1958, and has been licensed for 64 years
  • Thomas practices in San Clemente, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas J. O'Keefe's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas J. O'Keefe handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

Thomas J. O'Keefe is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in California →

Trusts

Thomas J. O'Keefe is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in California →

Probate

Thomas J. O'Keefe is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in California →

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.

Thomas J. O'Keefe is one of 226,536 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.

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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 San Clemente 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 Thomas J. O'Keefe

Where is Thomas J. O'Keefe's law office located?
Thomas J. O'Keefe's law practice is located in San Clemente, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas J. O'Keefe handle?
Thomas J. O'Keefe focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Thomas J. O'Keefe practiced law?
Thomas J. O'Keefe has 64+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1962.
Where did Thomas J. O'Keefe go to law school?
Thomas J. O'Keefe earned their education at (J.D., 1961); (B.B.A., 1958).
How can I contact Thomas J. O'Keefe for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Thomas J. O'Keefe received?
Thomas J. O'Keefe's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Stanford University
- 1961
B.B.A.
Loyola University
- 1958

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1962
U.S. District Court, Southern District of California and U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1962
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1983

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