Atty. James Ewers Burden

Atty. James Ewers Burden

James Ewers Burden is a lawyer practicing general corporate law, intellectual property law, media law and 1 other area of law. James received a B.S. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1961, and has been licensed for 61 years.

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About James Ewers Burden at a glance

James Ewers Burden is a business, real estate, ip, and entertainment attorney based in Piedmont, California. They have 61+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1965. Admitted to practice in California (1965) and U.S. Supreme Court (1970). Educated at Hastings College of Law, University of California (J.D., 1964) and University of California at Berkeley (B.S., 1961). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Bar Association of San Francisco Alameda County and American Bar Associations State Bar of California. Serands clients in Piedmont, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Ewers Burden is a lawyer practicing general corporate law, intellectual property law, media law and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1961, and has been licensed for 61 years
  • James practices in Piedmont, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Ewers Burden's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

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

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

James Ewers Burden is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in California →

Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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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 Piedmont 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 Ewers Burden

Where is James Ewers Burden's law office located?
James Ewers Burden's law practice is located in Piedmont, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Ewers Burden handle?
James Ewers Burden focuses on business, real estate, ip, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Ewers Burden practiced law?
James Ewers Burden has 61+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1965.
Where did James Ewers Burden go to law school?
James Ewers Burden earned their education at (J.D., 1964); (B.S., 1961).
How can I contact James Ewers Burden for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Ewers Burden received?
James Ewers Burden's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Hastings College of Law, University of California
- 1964
B.S.
University of California at Berkeley
- 1961

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1965
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1970

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