Atty. James E. McCready
James E. McCready is a lawyer practicing criminal law, personal injury law, juvenile law.
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James E. McCready is a personal injury, criminal defense, and juvenile attorney based in San Francisco, California. They have 62+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1964. Admitted to practice in California (1964). Educated at Hastings College of the Law, University of California LL.B. (—) and University of California B.A. (—). Serves clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James E. McCready is a lawyer practicing criminal law, personal injury law, juvenile law
- James received a B.A. degree from University of California, and has been licensed for 62 years
- James practices in San Francisco, CA
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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. McCready is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →
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. McCready is one of 190,900 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in California →
James E. McCready is one of 27,158 juvenile attorneys indexed nationally. Browse juvenile attorneys in California →
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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 Francisco 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.
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