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Atty. James Ernest Ballidis

Atty. James Ernest Ballidis

James Ernest Ballidis is a lawyer practicing personal injury, products liability, negligence law and 15 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from California State University in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Newport Beach Newport Beach 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About James Ernest Ballidis at a glance

James Ernest Ballidis is an Owner/Partner | Attorney based in Newport Beach, California, practicing at Leslie Law Firm. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, motorcycle, and slip & fall. Admitted to practice in California (1985) and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1990). Educated at Southwestern University (J.D., 1985) and California State University (B.S., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association State Bar of California Consumer Attorneys Association of California Orange County Bar Association Orange County Trial Lawyers Association Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Newport Beach, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James Ernest Ballidis is a lawyer practicing personal injury, products liability, negligence law and 15 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from California State University in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • James practices at Leslie Law Firm in Newport Beach, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Ernest Ballidis's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Wrongful Death

James Ernest Ballidis is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death 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 Ernest Ballidis is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Motorcycle Accidents

James Ernest Ballidis is one of 11,237 motorcycle attorneys indexed nationally. Browse motorcycle attorneys in California →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

James Ernest Ballidis is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall 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 Newport Beach 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 Ernest Ballidis

Where is James Ernest Ballidis's law office located?
James Ernest Ballidis's law practice is located in Newport Beach, California. The firm is Leslie Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Ernest Ballidis handle?
James Ernest Ballidis focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, motorcycle, slip & fall. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Ernest Ballidis practiced law?
James Ernest Ballidis has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did James Ernest Ballidis go to law school?
James Ernest Ballidis earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.S., 1982).
How can I contact James Ernest Ballidis for a consultation?
You can contact James Ernest Ballidis 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 Ernest Ballidis received?
James Ernest Ballidis's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Southwestern University
- 1985
B.S.
California State University
- 1982

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1990

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