Atty. James E. Mahfood

Atty. James E. Mahfood

James E. Mahfood is a lawyer practicing business litigation, business enterprises, consumer protection and 12 other areas of law.

Laguna Hills Laguna Hills 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About James E. Mahfood at a glance

James E. Mahfood is a Senior Attorney based in Laguna Hills, California, practicing at Law Offices Of James E Mahfood. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on wills, residential, contracts, probate, and business. Admitted to practice in California (1983), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1992), U.S. District Court, Southern District of California (1992), and U.S. Court of Federal Claims (2003). Educated at Southwestern University School of Law (J.D., 1981) and California State University, Los Angeles (B.S. Business, 1975). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Orange County (Member, Sections on: Business, Real Estate) and American Bar Associations Orange County Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Laguna Hills, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James E. Mahfood is a lawyer practicing business litigation, business enterprises, consumer protection and 12 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from California State University, Los Angeles in 1975, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • James practices at Law Offices of James E. Mahfood in Laguna Hills, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James E. Mahfood's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

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Residential Real Estate

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Contracts

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Probate

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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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 Laguna Hills 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 E. Mahfood

Where is James E. Mahfood's law office located?
James E. Mahfood's law practice is located in Laguna Hills, California. The firm is Law Offices Of James E Mahfood. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James E. Mahfood handle?
James E. Mahfood focuses on wills, residential, contracts, probate, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James E. Mahfood practiced law?
James E. Mahfood has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did James E. Mahfood go to law school?
James E. Mahfood earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.S. Business, 1975).
How can I contact James E. Mahfood for a consultation?
You can contact James E. Mahfood 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 E. Mahfood received?
James E. Mahfood's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Southwestern University School of Law
- 1981
B.S. Business
California State University, Los Angeles
- 1975

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Southern District of California
Admitted: 1992
U.S. Court of Federal Claims
Admitted: 2003

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