Atty. James Douglas Post
James Douglas Post is a lawyer practicing business litigation, commercial litigation, maritime law and 3 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years.
Business Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Pasadena, CA · 47+ Years Experience
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About James Douglas Post at a Glance
James Douglas Post is a business, real estate, litigation, insurance, and maritime attorney based in Pasadena, California. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Admitted to practice in California (1979). Educated at Cambridge University, Cambridge, England (LL.M. Stanford, 1979) and Stanford University (B.A., 1975). Serves clients in Pasadena, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James Douglas Post
- James Douglas Post is a lawyer practicing business litigation, commercial litigation, maritime law and 3 other areas of law
- James received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years
- James practices in Pasadena, CA
Practice Areas Explained
James Douglas Post's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Douglas Post handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Pasadena.
Business & Corporate Law in Pasadena
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in Pasadena
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
James Douglas Post is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →
Civil Litigation in Pasadena
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
James Douglas Post is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →
Insurance Law in Pasadena
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
James Douglas Post is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in California →
Maritime & Admiralty Law in Pasadena
Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.
James Douglas Post is one of 11,459 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Pasadena
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 Pasadena 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.
Pasadena Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Pasadena-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Pasadena Choose James Douglas Post
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish James Douglas Post's practice in the field of business, real estate, litigation, insurance, and maritime.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James Douglas Post brings 47+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, real estate, and litigation, James Douglas Post can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Pasadena
A Pasadena-based practice means James Douglas Post attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues James Douglas Post Handles in Pasadena
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters James Douglas Post has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact James Douglas Post directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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