Atty. James Douglas Emerson

Atty. James Douglas Emerson

James Douglas Emerson is a lawyer practicing slip and fall, insurance litigation, automobile accidents and injuries and 7 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from Wayne State University in 1964, and has been licensed for 58 years.

Fresno Fresno 58 yrs experience 58 year
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Profile Summary

About James Douglas Emerson at a glance

James Douglas Emerson is an Of Counsel based in Fresno, California, practicing at Emerson Church Law. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, slip & fall, and product liability. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court, District of California (1968). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1967) and Wayne State University (B.S., 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Fresno, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Douglas Emerson is a lawyer practicing slip and fall, insurance litigation, automobile accidents and injuries and 7 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Wayne State University in 1964, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • James practices at EMERSON CHURCH LAW in Fresno, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Douglas Emerson's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Wrongful Death

James Douglas Emerson is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in California →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

James Douglas Emerson is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

James Douglas Emerson is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in California →

Product Liability

James Douglas Emerson is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability 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 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 Douglas Emerson

Where is James Douglas Emerson's law office located?
James Douglas Emerson's law practice is located in Fresno, California. The firm is Emerson Church Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Douglas Emerson handle?
James Douglas Emerson focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, slip & fall, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Douglas Emerson practiced law?
James Douglas Emerson has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did James Douglas Emerson go to law school?
James Douglas Emerson earned their education at (J.D., 1967); (B.S., 1964).
How can I contact James Douglas Emerson for a consultation?
You can contact James Douglas Emerson 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 Douglas Emerson received?
James Douglas Emerson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Michigan
- 1967
B.S.
Wayne State University
- 1964

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Court, District of California
Admitted: 1968

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