Atty. James Ernest Simon

Atty. James Ernest Simon

Mr. James Ernest Simon is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, general civil litigation, real estate brokers malpractice defense and 3 other areas of law.

Truckee Truckee 52 yrs experience 52 year
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About James Ernest Simon at a glance

James Ernest Simon is a Member based in Truckee, California, practicing at Porter Simon. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, real estate, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in California (1974) and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1974). Educated at Hastings College of Law, University of California (J.D., 1974) and California State University at San Jose (A.B., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Tahoe-Truckee (Charter President, 1982-1983), Nevada County and Placer County Bar Associations State Bar of California Consumer Attorneys of California The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Truckee, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Mr. James Ernest Simon is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, general civil litigation, real estate brokers malpractice defense and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a A.B. degree from California State University at San Jose in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • James practices at Porter Simon in Truckee, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Ernest Simon's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Ernest Simon 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 Ernest Simon is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Business & Corporate Law

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

James Ernest Simon is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Real Estate Law

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

James Ernest Simon is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

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

James Ernest Simon is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

James Ernest Simon is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government 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 Truckee 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 Simon

Where is James Ernest Simon's law office located?
James Ernest Simon's law practice is located in Truckee, California. The firm is Porter Simon. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Ernest Simon handle?
James Ernest Simon focuses on personal injury, business, real estate, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Ernest Simon practiced law?
James Ernest Simon has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did James Ernest Simon go to law school?
James Ernest Simon earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (A.B., 1971).
How can I contact James Ernest Simon for a consultation?
You can contact James Ernest Simon 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 Simon received?
James Ernest Simon's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Hastings College of Law, University of California
- 1974
A.B.
California State University at San Jose
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1974

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