Atty. James Carl Wald

Atty. James Carl Wald

James Carl Wald is a lawyer practicing appellate, intellectual property, litigation and 8 other areas of law. James received a degree from Order of the Coif, Executive Editor, Southern California Interdisciplinary Law Journal, and has been licensed for 23 years.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 23 yrs experience 23 year
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Profile Summary

About James Carl Wald at a glance

James Carl Wald is a Special Counsel based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Sheppard Mullin. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, ip, zoning, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (2003), District of Columbia (2012), and New York U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit U.S. District Court, Central District of Califo (2013). Educated at University of Southern California (J.D., 2003) and Order of the Coif, Executive Editor, Southern California Interdisciplinary Law Journal University of California, Berkeley (B.A. Phi, 2000). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Carl Wald is a lawyer practicing appellate, intellectual property, litigation and 8 other areas of law
  • James received a degree from Order of the Coif, Executive Editor, Southern California Interdisciplinary Law Journal, and has been licensed for 23 years
  • James practices at Sheppard Mullin in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Carl Wald's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Carl Wald 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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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Land Use & Zoning

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Civil Litigation

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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 Carl Wald

Where is James Carl Wald's law office located?
James Carl Wald's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Sheppard Mullin. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Carl Wald handle?
James Carl Wald focuses on business, real estate, ip, zoning, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Carl Wald practiced law?
James Carl Wald has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did James Carl Wald go to law school?
James Carl Wald earned their education at (J.D., 2003); (B.A. Phi, 2000).
How can I contact James Carl Wald for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Carl Wald received?
James Carl Wald's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Southern California
- 2003
B.A. Phi
Order of the Coif, Executive Editor, Southern California Interdisciplinary Law Journal University of California, Berkeley
- 2000

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2003
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2012
New York U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit U.S. District Court, Central District of Califo
Admitted: 2013

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