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Atty. James Farinaro

Atty. James Farinaro

James Farinaro is a lawyer practicing employment & labor, bankruptcy & debt, personal injury and 2 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from Seton Hall University in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years.

San Leandro San Leandro 38 yrs experience 38 year
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About James Farinaro at a glance

James Farinaro is a dui/dwi, personal injury, family law, employment, and bankruptcy attorney based in San Leandro, California. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Admitted to practice in New York (1988) and California (1990). Educated at University of Notre Dame (J.D., 1987) and Seton Hall University (B.S. Business, 1984). Serands clients in San Leandro, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James Farinaro is a lawyer practicing employment & labor, bankruptcy & debt, personal injury and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Seton Hall University in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • James practices in San Leandro, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Farinaro's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Personal Injury

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Family Law

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Employment Law

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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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 San Leandro 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 Farinaro

Where is James Farinaro's law office located?
James Farinaro's law practice is located in San Leandro, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Farinaro handle?
James Farinaro focuses on dui/dwi, personal injury, family law, employment, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Farinaro practiced law?
James Farinaro has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did James Farinaro go to law school?
James Farinaro earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.S. Business, 1984).
How can I contact James Farinaro for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Notre Dame
- 1987
B.S. Business
Seton Hall University
- 1984

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1988
California
Admitted: 1990

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