Atty. James Anthony Frieden

Atty. James Anthony Frieden

James Anthony Frieden is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, appellate practice, probate and 1 other area of law. James received a B.A. degree from Brandeis University in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years.

Santa Monica Santa Monica 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About James Anthony Frieden at a glance

James Anthony Frieden is a Member based in Santa Monica, California, practicing at James A. Frieden. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1975), U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1976), California (1977), and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1989). Educated at Boston College (J.D., 1975) and Brandeis University (B.A., 1971). Active member of Beverly Hills and Los Angeles County Bar Associations State Bar of California. Serands clients in Santa Monica, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Anthony Frieden is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, appellate practice, probate and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Brandeis University in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • James practices at James A. Frieden in Santa Monica, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Anthony Frieden's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Civil Litigation

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Appellate Practice

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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 Santa Monica 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 Anthony Frieden

Where is James Anthony Frieden's law office located?
James Anthony Frieden's law practice is located in Santa Monica, California. The firm is James A. Frieden. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Anthony Frieden handle?
James Anthony Frieden focuses on trusts, probate, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Anthony Frieden practiced law?
James Anthony Frieden has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did James Anthony Frieden go to law school?
James Anthony Frieden earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact James Anthony Frieden for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Boston College
- 1975
B.A.
Brandeis University
- 1971

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 1976
California
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Southern District of California
Admitted: 1992

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