Atty. James Francis McCabe

Atty. James Francis McCabe

James Francis McCabe is a lawyer practicing financial services litigation, class actions, privacy & data security and 7 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Princeton University in 1977, and has been licensed for 44 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About James Francis McCabe at a glance

James Francis McCabe is a Partner based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Morrison & Foerster LLP. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on employment, business, class action, securities, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1982). Educated at University of California, Berkeley, School of Law (J.D., 1982) and Princeton University (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Francis McCabe is a lawyer practicing financial services litigation, class actions, privacy & data security and 7 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Princeton University in 1977, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • James practices at Morrison & Foerster LLP in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Francis McCabe's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Class Action

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Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

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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 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 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 Francis McCabe

Where is James Francis McCabe's law office located?
James Francis McCabe's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Morrison & Foerster LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Francis McCabe handle?
James Francis McCabe focuses on employment, business, class action, securities, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Francis McCabe practiced law?
James Francis McCabe has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did James Francis McCabe go to law school?
James Francis McCabe earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact James Francis McCabe for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Francis McCabe received?
James Francis McCabe's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of California, Berkeley, School of Law
- 1982
B.A.
Princeton University
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1982

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