Atty. James Baca

Atty. James Baca

James Baca is a lawyer practicing education law, labor & employment. James received a B.A. degree from Whittier College in 1979, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Cerritos Cerritos 42 Years Experience 42 year
Call (949) 232-1375

Profile Summary

About James Baca at a glance

James Baca is a Partner based in Cerritos, California, practicing at Atkinson, Andelson, Loya, Ruud & Romo A Professional Corporation. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on employment and education. Admitted to practice in California (1984) and U.S. District Court, Central District of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1987). Educated at University of California School of Law, Los Angeles (J.D., 1983) and Whittier College (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Los Angeles County and American Bar Associations State Bar of California. Serves clients in Cerritos, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Baca is a lawyer practicing education law, labor & employment
  • James received a B.A. degree from Whittier College in 1979, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • James practices at Atkinson, Andelson, Loya, Ruud & Romo A Professional Corporation in Cerritos, CA and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

James Baca's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Baca 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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Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

James Baca is one of 21,546 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education attorneys in California →

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 Cerritos 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 venue, 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 Baca

Where is James Baca's law office located?
James Baca's law practice is located in Cerritos, California. The firm is Atkinson, Andelson, Loya, Ruud & Romo A Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Baca handle?
James Baca focuses on employment, education. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Baca practiced law?
James Baca has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did James Baca go to law school?
James Baca earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact James Baca for a consultation?
You can contact James Baca 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 Baca received?
James Baca's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of California School of Law, Los Angeles
- 1983
B.A.
Whittier College
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Central District of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1987

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