Atty. James Connolly Mitchell

Atty. James Connolly Mitchell

James Connolly Mitchell is a lawyer practicing civil rights, elder law, election campaigns & political law and 3 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from San Diego State University in 1974, and has been licensed for 47 years.

San Diego San Diego 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About James Connolly Mitchell at a glance

James Connolly Mitchell is a business, real estate, litigation, civil rights, and elder law attorney based in San Diego, California. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Admitted to practice in California (1979). Educated at University of San Diego (J.D., 1978) and San Diego State University (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Connolly Mitchell is a lawyer practicing civil rights, elder law, election campaigns & political law and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from San Diego State University in 1974, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • James practices in San Diego, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Connolly Mitchell's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Connolly Mitchell 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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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

James Connolly Mitchell is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

James Connolly Mitchell is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in California →

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

James Connolly Mitchell is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law 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 San Diego 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 Connolly Mitchell

Where is James Connolly Mitchell's law office located?
James Connolly Mitchell's law practice is located in San Diego, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Connolly Mitchell handle?
James Connolly Mitchell focuses on business, real estate, litigation, civil rights, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Connolly Mitchell practiced law?
James Connolly Mitchell has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did James Connolly Mitchell go to law school?
James Connolly Mitchell earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact James Connolly Mitchell for a consultation?
You can contact James Connolly Mitchell 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 Connolly Mitchell received?
James Connolly Mitchell's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of San Diego
- 1978
B.A.
San Diego State University
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1979

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