James Thomas Neavitt

James Thomas Neavitt

5.0
Rating: 7.7

Licensed for 48 years

Family Lawyer at Valencia, CA
Practice Areas: Family

23734 Valencia Blvd, Suite 307, Valencia, CA

About James

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 300-400 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 48 years

State: California

Acquired: 1977

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Location

The Law Office of James T Neavitt

23734 Valencia Blvd, Suite 307, Valencia, CA, 91355

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James Thomas Neavitt's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Compassion

Posted by Laura | April 12, 2013 | Divorce & Separation

Trustworthy and Knowledgeable

James Neavitt went over and beyond the call of duty! He helped me and my children through one of the most dark and difficult times of our lives. He is knowledgeable and trustworthy. The divorce and custody battle went on for two years, with many issues continuing over time! He is always there for us.... He also had excellent referrals and helps for many issues and needs that come along with divorce. His staff is awesome! They are patient, kind, professional and helpful. They explain things that might be going on and they calmly inform you of things that will be happening. Going to court was SO stressful and scary to me. Jim , was always prepared, and explained what would /or could happen. He cared for my children and me and what was important for our needs and desires. I always felt he was respected by the court. We would never have made it without the help , wisdom and protection of James T. Neavitt and his amazing staff. May God continue to bless them all.

Posted by Ronald | April 08, 2013 | Alimony

Aggressive, Honest, Very Protective, Extreme High Level of Constant Communication with Client. Very Realistic

Seventeen years active in the court system from a thirteen year marriage. Trying to eliminate life time support and get justice when co-habitation has been recognized by the courts with no justification to terminate this nightmare. Stayed true blue with one attorney from the beginning and after 17 ...years in the same court room and spending $100,000's of thousand's of dollars with no closure in sight, it was time to change attorneys. I hired James Neavitt who reviewed the case, changed the course of direction and CLOSED THE CASE in THREE WEEKS ! Mr. Neavitt explained a new direction to me in detail we had to take to end this nightmare. For the first time, I felt protected, I felt that someone care about me and was determined to have immediate closure for me so that I could live my life in peace.

Posted by Jill | March 18, 2010 | Child Support

Jim Neavitt

Mr Neavitt was an excellent attorney! Mr Neavitt was a peace maker and a shield for myself and my girls! Mr Neavitt literally went out of his way to make sure the children and I were settled and safe. I was always comfortable with Jim and his EXCELLENT office staff! I actually got more Child Support... and Alimony then the Disomaster (spelling?) recommended, by his excellent negotiation skills and his perseverance. I had a very tumultuous divorce and was at odds and ends quiet frequently and found Mr Neavitt to be a calming, easy going and intelligent advocate, his vast experience in dealing not only with divorce proceedings, child custody, and children's rights was what some times pulled me through the though times. There was NEVER a time I could not reach Mr Neavitt or one of his staff should the need arise. When going through a divorce we sometimes feel afraid and confused, the smallest detail or question was treated with calm, reassurance and respect. I am forever grateful for all Mr Neavitt did to make a very painful and scary time as smooth as he and his staff could.

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James Thomas Neavitt's Lawyer Endorsements

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Lisa Pacione

Family lawyer | Jul 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jim Neavitt is highly experienced and well respected by other attorneys, as well as Judges. He has the ability to resolve high asset, complex dissolution proceedings while saving his clients time and money. Jim is an excellent Trial attorney and is always well prepared, obtaining excellent results. I highly recommend and endorse Jim."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse James. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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John Bigler

Family lawyer | Feb 18

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Jim and I have litigated a number of cases against each other over the years. We both love the law and when we are not doing a case against each other we enjoy bouncing ideas off the other to better our respective law practices. I highly recommend Jim for aggressive and passionate representation."

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Louis Esbin

Family lawyer | Apr 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Jim for nearly 20 years. He is tenacious, hard working and knows his specialty, making him the specialist he is."

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James Reape

Family lawyer | Mar 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have known and litigated against Jim for many years now. Jim is a very bright and capable litigator. Possibly one of the fastest thinkers on his feet. If not choosing my firm for representation then you will be in great hands with Jim."

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Experience

Rating:  7.7 (Very Good)

Honors

1994

Certificate of Appreciation, Mediator, Superior of California, County of Los Angeles

1990

Certificate of Appreciation, Judge Pro Tem Program, Superior of California, County of Los Angeles

1987

Certificate of Appreciation, Pro Tem Program, Superior of California, County of Los Angeles

1986

Certificate of Appreciation, Pro Tem Program, Superior of California, County of Los Angeles

Work Experience

1995 - Present

Owner, Law Offices of James T. Neavitt

2001 - 2003

League Counsel, W.S. Hart Baseball and Softball

1977 - 1995

Partner, Law Offices Patterson and Neavitt

Associations

1984 - Present

SCV Rotary Club

Past-President

1978 - Present

Santa Clarita Valley Bar Association

Charter Member

Los Angeles County Bar Association, Family Law Section

1987 - 1993

P.A.D.I.

Instructor

Education

1976

San Fernando Valley College of Law

law

1972

Univ of Arizona

undergraduate

N/A

Golden Gate University School of Law

none

N/A

University of Southern California Law School

Languages

Spanish

English

Activity

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