J. Steven Kennedy Attorney At Law

At J. Steven Kennedy Attorney at Law, we offer a wide range of legal services to individuals and businesses. With over forty years of experience in civil litigation and civil trials, including the litigation and trial of disputed probate and trust cases, we have developed a comprehensive understanding of the legal system and its intricacies.

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation refers to the legal process in the courts by which parties seek to enforce their legal rights against other parties. When criminal laws are enforced by judicial process in the courts, it is called a criminal prosecution. When private individuals or businesses enforce rights in the courts by judicial process, it is called "civil litigation." A successful lawsuit requires knowledgeable and insightful efforts by an attorney through many stages, including initial client interviews, investigation, research, and planning to determine proper remedies and realistic objectives in light of available evidence and resources.

At J. Steven Kennedy Attorney at Law, we understand the importance of effective litigation. We work closely with each client to develop realistic and effective strategies for achieving client goals. Our experienced team of attorneys has a proven track record of success in a variety of civil litigation matters, including business, real estate, and probate cases.

Mediation

Mediation is a process in which a neutral person, a mediator, acts as a go-between to help the parties negotiate a settlement of a case. Mediators are typically retired judges or experienced attorneys. Mediation has become the norm for the resolution of most litigated cases in California. This is due to a number of factors, including the high cost of litigation through trial and the uncertainty of trial outcomes. Mediation often provides the escape valve for the pressures and expense of litigation.

Arbitration

Arbitration is an adjudicative process in which a neutral person, an arbitrator, is appointed by the parties under a contractual agreement to hear and decide the parties' dispute. Arbitrators are typically retired judges or experienced attorneys. In arbitration, the arbitrator's decision is final and there is no right of appeal, even where the arbitrator may have made an error of law.

At J. Steven Kennedy Attorney at Law, we understand the importance of navigating the complex landscape of litigation, mediation, and arbitration. Our experienced team of attorneys is dedicated to providing exceptional legal representation to individuals and businesses, helping them achieve their goals and resolve disputes in a fair and efficient manner.