Atty. James Allen Melman

Atty. James Allen Melman

James Allen Melman is a lawyer practicing corporate law, real estate law, business law and 3 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from Cornell University in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years.

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Profile Summary

About James Allen Melman at a glance

James Allen Melman is a President based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at James A Melman. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, m&a, adr, and appellate. Admitted to practice in California (1979) and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1979). Educated at University of California at Los Angeles (J.D., 1979) and Cornell University (B.S., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Beverly Hills and Los Angeles County Bar Associations State Bar of California. Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Allen Melman is a lawyer practicing corporate law, real estate law, business law and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Cornell University in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • James practices at James A. Melman in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Allen Melman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Allen Melman 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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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

James Allen Melman is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in California →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 Los Angeles 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 Melman

Where is James Allen Melman's law office located?
James Allen Melman's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is James A Melman. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Allen Melman handle?
James Allen Melman focuses on business, real estate, m&a, adr, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Allen Melman practiced law?
James Allen Melman has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did James Allen Melman go to law school?
James Allen Melman earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.S., 1976).
How can I contact James Allen Melman for a consultation?
You can contact James Allen Melman directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James Allen Melman received?
James Allen Melman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of California at Los Angeles
- 1979
B.S.
Cornell University
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1979

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