Atty. James Allen Carter

Atty. James Allen Carter

James Allen Carter is a lawyer practicing labor & employment, construction labor law, business. James has been licensed for 64 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 64 yrs experience 64 year
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Profile Summary

About James Allen Carter at a glance

James Allen Carter is a Partner based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Carter, Carter, Fries & Grunschlag. They have 64+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1962. Their practice focuses on employment and business. Admitted to practice in California (1962). Educated at University of Washington (LL.B., 1961). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Allen Carter is a lawyer practicing labor & employment, construction labor law, business
  • James has been licensed for 64 years
  • James practices at Carter, Carter, Fries & Grunschlag in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Allen Carter's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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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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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 Francisco 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 Allen Carter

Where is James Allen Carter's law office located?
James Allen Carter's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Carter, Carter, Fries & Grunschlag. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Allen Carter handle?
James Allen Carter focuses on employment, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Allen Carter practiced law?
James Allen Carter has 64+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1962.
Where did James Allen Carter go to law school?
James Allen Carter earned their education at (LL.B., 1961).
How can I contact James Allen Carter for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Allen Carter received?
James Allen Carter's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
University of Washington
- 1961

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1962

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