Atty. James Frederick Senal

Atty. James Frederick Senal

James Frederick Senal is a lawyer practicing criminal law, criminal defense. James received a B.A. degree from University of South Carolina in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 41 Years Experience 41 year
Call (800) 596-7407

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About James Frederick Senal at a glance

James Frederick Senal is a Member based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Law Office of James F. Senal. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in California (1985), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1985), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California (1985). Educated at McGeorge School of the Law, University of the Pacific (J.D., 1985) and University of South Carolina (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of State Bar of California. Serves clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Frederick Senal is a lawyer practicing criminal law, criminal defense
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of South Carolina in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • James practices at Law Office of James F. Senal in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Frederick Senal's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 venue, 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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Where is James Frederick Senal's law office located?
James Frederick Senal's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Law Office of James F. Senal. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Frederick Senal handle?
James Frederick Senal focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Frederick Senal practiced law?
James Frederick Senal has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did James Frederick Senal go to law school?
James Frederick Senal earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1981).
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What awards or recognition has James Frederick Senal received?
James Frederick Senal's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
McGeorge School of the Law, University of the Pacific
- 1985
B.A.
University of South Carolina
- 1981

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
Admitted: 1985

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