Atty. James David Burnside III

Atty. James David Burnside III

James David Burnside III is a lawyer practicing business law, business arbitration, business litigation and 3 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of California at Davis in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years.

Fresno Fresno 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About James David Burnside III at a glance

James David Burnside III is a Shareholder based in Fresno, California, practicing at Fennemore. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, litigation, insurance, and adr. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1977) and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California (1978). Educated at University of Santa Clara School of Law (J.D., 1977) and University of California at Davis (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Fresno County Bar Association (Member, Construction Law Section, 1978) State Bar of California (Member, Litigation Section, 1977) Association of Business Trial Lawyers. Serands clients in Fresno, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James David Burnside III is a lawyer practicing business law, business arbitration, business litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of California at Davis in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • James practices at Fennemore in Fresno, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James David Burnside III's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

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Mediation & Arbitration

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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 Fresno 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 David Burnside III

Where is James David Burnside III's law office located?
James David Burnside III's law practice is located in Fresno, California. The firm is Fennemore. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James David Burnside III handle?
James David Burnside III focuses on contracts, business, litigation, insurance, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James David Burnside III practiced law?
James David Burnside III has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did James David Burnside III go to law school?
James David Burnside III earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact James David Burnside III for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James David Burnside III received?
James David Burnside III's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Santa Clara School of Law
- 1977
B.A.
University of California at Davis
- 1974

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
Admitted: 1978

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