Atty. James Douglas Stone

Atty. James Douglas Stone

James Douglas Stone is a lawyer practicing personal injury, civil litigation. James received a A.A. degree from Fullerton College in 1980, and has been licensed for 44 years.

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About James Douglas Stone at a glance

James Douglas Stone is a personal injury and litigation attorney based in Rancho Santa Margarita, California. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Admitted to practice in California (1982). Educated at Western State University (J.D., 1982) and Fullerton College (A.A. Western, 1980). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Douglas Stone is a lawyer practicing personal injury, civil litigation
  • James received a A.A. degree from Fullerton College in 1980, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • James practices in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Douglas Stone's Areas of Practice

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

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

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

James Douglas Stone is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Rancho Santa Margarita 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 Stone

Where is James Douglas Stone's law office located?
James Douglas Stone's law practice is located in Rancho Santa Margarita, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Douglas Stone handle?
James Douglas Stone focuses on personal injury, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Douglas Stone practiced law?
James Douglas Stone has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did James Douglas Stone go to law school?
James Douglas Stone earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (A.A. Western, 1980).
How can I contact James Douglas Stone for a consultation?
You can contact James Douglas Stone 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 Stone received?
James Douglas Stone's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Western State University
- 1982
A.A. Western
Fullerton College
- 1980

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1982

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