Atty. James Goldberg

Atty. James Goldberg

Mr. James Goldberg is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, class and derivative actions, consumer financial services litigation and 7 other areas of law.

San Francisco San Francisco 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About James Goldberg at a glance

James Goldberg is a Counsel based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, bankruptcy, creditor rights, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit U.S. Distric (1983). Educated at University of Chicago (J.D., 1981) and Yale University (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. James Goldberg is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, class and derivative actions, consumer financial services litigation and 7 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1974, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • James practices at Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Goldberg's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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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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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Creditor Rights & Collections

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Goldberg

Where is James Goldberg's law office located?
James Goldberg's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Goldberg handle?
James Goldberg focuses on personal injury, business, bankruptcy, creditor rights, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Goldberg practiced law?
James Goldberg has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did James Goldberg go to law school?
James Goldberg earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact James Goldberg for a consultation?
You can contact James Goldberg directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James Goldberg received?
James Goldberg's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Chicago
- 1981
B.A.
Yale University
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit U.S. Distric
Admitted: 1983

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