Atty. James Anthony Stankowski

Atty. James Anthony Stankowski

Mr. James Anthony Stankowski is a lawyer practicing employment & labor, insurance & reinsurance coverage, professional liability & services and 5 other areas of law.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About James Anthony Stankowski at a glance

James Anthony Stankowski is a Partner based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Wilson Elser. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, employment, litigation, civil rights, and insurance. Admitted to practice in California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1982). Educated at Pepperdine University School of Law (J.D., 1982) and Fordham University (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Memberships & Affiliations Los Angeles County Bar Association. Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. James Anthony Stankowski is a lawyer practicing employment & labor, insurance & reinsurance coverage, professional liability & services and 5 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Fordham University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • James practices at Wilson Elser in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Anthony Stankowski's Areas of Practice

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

Wrongful Termination

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Employment Law

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

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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Insurance Law

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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 Anthony Stankowski

Where is James Anthony Stankowski's law office located?
James Anthony Stankowski's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Wilson Elser. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Anthony Stankowski handle?
James Anthony Stankowski focuses on wrongful termination, employment, litigation, civil rights, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Anthony Stankowski practiced law?
James Anthony Stankowski has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did James Anthony Stankowski go to law school?
James Anthony Stankowski earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact James Anthony Stankowski for a consultation?
You can contact James Anthony Stankowski 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 Anthony Stankowski received?
James Anthony Stankowski's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Pepperdine University School of Law
- 1982
B.A.
Fordham University
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1982

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