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Atty. James Christopher Hawley

Atty. James Christopher Hawley

James Christopher Hawley is a lawyer practicing corporate, securities, venture capital and 1 other area of law. James Christopher received a B.A. degree from Amherst College in 1984, and has been licensed for 29 years.

Berkeley Berkeley 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About James Christopher Hawley at a glance

James Christopher Hawley is a business and securities attorney based in Berkeley, California. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Admitted to practice in California (1997) and District of Columbia (1999). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1995) and Amherst College (B.A., 1984). Serands clients in Berkeley, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • James Christopher Hawley is a lawyer practicing corporate, securities, venture capital and 1 other area of law
  • James Christopher received a B.A. degree from Amherst College in 1984, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • James Christopher practices in Berkeley, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Christopher Hawley's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Christopher Hawley 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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Securities 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 Berkeley 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

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Where is James Christopher Hawley's law office located?
James Christopher Hawley's law practice is located in Berkeley, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Christopher Hawley handle?
James Christopher Hawley focuses on business, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Christopher Hawley practiced law?
James Christopher Hawley has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did James Christopher Hawley go to law school?
James Christopher Hawley earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact James Christopher Hawley for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Georgetown University
- 1995
B.A.
Amherst College
- 1984

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1997
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1999

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