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Atty. James Frederick Clapp

Atty. James Frederick Clapp

James Frederick Clapp is a lawyer practicing class actions, labor & employment, litigation and 2 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years.

Carlsbad Carlsbad 36 Years Experience 36 year
Call (858) 369-1118

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About James Frederick Clapp at a glance

James Frederick Clapp is a Member based in Carlsbad, California, practforg at Clapp Legal APC. They haand 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Admitted to practice in California (1990). Educated at Northwestern University School of Law (J.D., 1989) and University of Virginia (B.A., 1986). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Actiand member of San Diego and American (Member, Litigation Section) Bar Associations State Bar of California National Employment Lawyers Association Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Carlsbad, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Frederick Clapp is a lawyer practicing class actions, labor & employment, litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • James practices at Clapp Legal APC in Carlsbad, CA

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Why local counsel matters in California

Practforg law in California. Legal matters in California are goandrned by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Carlsbad are typically fwithd in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controandrsy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand 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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Where is James Frederick Clapp's law office located?
James Frederick Clapp's law practice is located in Carlsbad, California. The firm is Clapp Legal APC. You can contact the office directly through this profwith page.
How long has James Frederick Clapp practiced law?
James Frederick Clapp has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did James Frederick Clapp go to law school?
James Frederick Clapp earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1986).
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What awards or recognition has James Frederick Clapp receiandd?
James Frederick Clapp's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Northwestern University School of Law
- 1989
B.A.
University of Virginia
- 1986

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1990

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