Atty. James David Simson

Atty. James David Simson

James David Simson is a lawyer practicing criminal law, public law. James received a degree from California Western SOL, San Diego, CA, and has been licensed for 22 years.

Santa Maria Santa Maria 22 Years Experience 22 year
Call (805) 862-3792

Profile Summary

About James David Simson at a glance

James David Simson is a criminal defense and government attorney based in Santa Maria, California. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Admitted to practice in California (2004). Educated at California Western SOL, San Diego, CA Univ of Vermont, Burlington, VT (—). Serves clients in Santa Maria, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James David Simson is a lawyer practicing criminal law, public law
  • James received a degree from California Western SOL, San Diego, CA, and has been licensed for 22 years
  • James practices in Santa Maria, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James David Simson's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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 Santa Maria 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 venue, 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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Where is James David Simson's law office located?
James David Simson's law practice is located in Santa Maria, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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James David Simson focuses on criminal defense, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James David Simson practiced law?
James David Simson has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
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Practice Areas

Education

California Western SOL, San Diego, CA Univ of Vermont, Burlington, VT
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2004

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