Atty. James David Potter

Atty. James David Potter

James David Potter is a lawyer practicing child support law, government, family law. James received a degree from Macalester College, St Paul MN, and has been licensed for 28 years.

Redwood City Redwood City 28 yrs experience 28 year
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About James David Potter at a glance

James David Potter is a Tulare Co. Dept. of Child Support Servs. based in Redwood City, California. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on family law, child support, and government. Admitted to practice in California (1998) and Massachusetts (1999). Educated at Macalester College, St Paul MN Whittier College School of Law, CA (—). Serands clients in Redwood City, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James David Potter is a lawyer practicing child support law, government, family law
  • James received a degree from Macalester College, St Paul MN, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • James practices in Redwood City, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James David Potter's Areas of Practice

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

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Child Support

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Government & Administrative 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 Redwood City 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 David Potter's law office located?
James David Potter's law practice is located in Redwood City, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James David Potter handle?
James David Potter focuses on family law, child support, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James David Potter practiced law?
James David Potter has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
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Education

Macalester College, St Paul MN Whittier College School of Law, CA
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Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1998
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1999

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