Atty. Thomas James Keene

Atty. Thomas James Keene

Thomas James Keene is a lawyer practicing special districts law, probate, redevelopment law and 4 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from University of California, and has been licensed for 49 years.

Merced Merced 49 yrs experience 49 year
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About Thomas James Keene at a glance

Thomas James Keene is a probate, estate planning, business, and real estate attorney based in Merced, California. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Admitted to practice in California (1977), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1977), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1978), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California (1980). Educated at University of California School of Law at Los Angeles J.D. (—) and University of California B.A. (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Merced, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Thomas James Keene is a lawyer practicing special districts law, probate, redevelopment law and 4 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from University of California, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Thomas practices in Merced, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas James Keene's Areas of Practice

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

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.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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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 Merced 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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Common questions about Thomas James Keene

Where is Thomas James Keene's law office located?
Thomas James Keene's law practice is located in Merced, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas James Keene handle?
Thomas James Keene focuses on probate, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Thomas James Keene practiced law?
Thomas James Keene has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Thomas James Keene go to law school?
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What awards or recognition has Thomas James Keene received?
Thomas James Keene's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

University of California School of Law at Los Angeles J.D.
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University of California B.A.
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Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1981

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