Atty. James Abelson Macleod

Atty. James Abelson Macleod

Mr. James Abelson Macleod is a lawyer practicing commercial real estate, commercial law, collections and 1 other area of law.

San Diego San Diego 19 yrs experience 19 year
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About James Abelson Macleod at a glance

James Abelson Macleod is a Member based in San Diego, California, practicing at The Dunning Law Firm. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, commercial re, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in California (2007), U.S. District Court, Southern, Central, Northern and Eastern Districts of California (2007), and District of Columbia (2014). Educated at Thomas Jefferson School of Law (J.D., 2006) and University of California at Santa Cruz (B.A. Politics, 2000). Active member of State San Diego County Bar Association Bar of California J Clifford Wallace Inns of Court. Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. James Abelson Macleod is a lawyer practicing commercial real estate, commercial law, collections and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Cruz in 2000, and has been licensed for 19 years
  • James practices at The Dunning Law Firm in San Diego, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Abelson Macleod's Areas of Practice

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

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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Commercial Real Estate

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Creditor Rights & Collections

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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 Diego 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 James Abelson Macleod

Where is James Abelson Macleod's law office located?
James Abelson Macleod's law practice is located in San Diego, California. The firm is The Dunning Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Abelson Macleod handle?
James Abelson Macleod focuses on business, real estate, commercial re, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Abelson Macleod practiced law?
James Abelson Macleod has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
Where did James Abelson Macleod go to law school?
James Abelson Macleod earned their education at (J.D., 2006); (B.A. Politics, 2000).
How can I contact James Abelson Macleod for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Thomas Jefferson School of Law
- 2006
B.A. Politics
University of California at Santa Cruz
- 2000

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2007
U.S. District Court, Southern, Central, Northern and Eastern Districts of California
Admitted: 2007
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2014

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