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Atty. William Hensel Phelps

Atty. William Hensel Phelps

William Hensel Phelps is a lawyer practicing general practice. William received a B.A. degree from Colorado College in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years.

St. Helena St. Helena 46 yrs experience 46 year
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About William Hensel Phelps at a glance

William Hensel Phelps is a V.P. & Assoc. Gen. Coun. based in St. Helena, California. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1980) and California (1992). Educated at University of California, Hastings College of Law (J.D., 1979) and Colorado College (B.A., 1976). Serands clients in St. Helena, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William Hensel Phelps is a lawyer practicing general practice
  • William received a B.A. degree from Colorado College in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • William practices in St. Helena, CA

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 St. Helena 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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William Hensel Phelps's law practice is located in St. Helena, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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William Hensel Phelps has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
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William Hensel Phelps earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1976).
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Education

J.D.
University of California, Hastings College of Law
- 1979
B.A.
Colorado College
- 1976

Bar Admissions

Colorado
Admitted: 1980
California
Admitted: 1992

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