Atty. James E Dunn

Atty. James E Dunn

James E Dunn is a lawyer practicing civil rights, constitutional law, criminal defense and 14 other areas of law. James received a A.B. degree from University of Chicago in 1986, and has been licensed for 29 years.

San Diego San Diego 29 Years Experience 29 year
Call (858) 321-8034

Profile Summary

About James E Dunn at a glance

James E Dunn is a Member based in San Diego, California, practicing at Law Offices of James Dunn. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, personal injury, criminal defense, employment, and real estate. Admitted to practice in California (1997). Educated at Loyola Law School (J.D., 1996) and University of Chicago (A.B., 1986). Active member of San Diego County Bar Association State Bar of California Trial Lawyers College National College for DUI Defense The Association of Trial Lawyers of America National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Criminal Defense Bar Association. Serves clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James E Dunn is a lawyer practicing civil rights, constitutional law, criminal defense and 14 other areas of law
  • James received a A.B. degree from University of Chicago in 1986, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • James practices at Law Offices of James Dunn in San Diego, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James E Dunn's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

Find experienced DUI and DWI defense attorneys near you. Compare verified profiles, read client reviews, and consult about your case for free.

James E Dunn is one of 26,859 dui/dwi attorneys indexed nationally. Browse dui/dwi 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 E Dunn is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

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.

James E Dunn is one of 190,900 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in California →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

James E Dunn is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

James E Dunn is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 San Diego 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.

Looking for additional California attorneys? Browse all attorneys in San Diego or all attorneys in California.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about James E Dunn

Where is James E Dunn's law office located?
James E Dunn's law practice is located in San Diego, California. The firm is Law Offices of James Dunn. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James E Dunn handle?
James E Dunn focuses on dui/dwi, personal injury, criminal defense, employment, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James E Dunn practiced law?
James E Dunn has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did James E Dunn go to law school?
James E Dunn earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (A.B., 1986).
How can I contact James E Dunn for a consultation?
You can contact James E Dunn 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.

Education

J.D.
Loyola Law School
- 1996
A.B.
University of Chicago
- 1986

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1997

Reviews

These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.