Atty. James Grey Pattillo

Atty. James Grey Pattillo

James Grey Pattillo is a lawyer practicing government law, administrative law, government contract law and 3 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1964, and has been licensed for 59 years.

Santa Barbara Santa Barbara 59 yrs experience 59 year
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Profile Summary

About James Grey Pattillo at a glance

James Grey Pattillo is a Dep. Dir & Gen. Coun., Employ. Develop. Dept. of Ca. based in Santa Barbara, California. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on employment, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in Utah (1967), California (1967), U.S. District Court, District of Utah and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1967), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (1969). Educated at Stanford University (LL.B., 1967) and Stanford University (B.A., 1964). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Santa Barbara, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Grey Pattillo is a lawyer practicing government law, administrative law, government contract law and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1964, and has been licensed for 59 years
  • James practices in Santa Barbara, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Grey Pattillo's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Grey Pattillo 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.

James Grey Pattillo is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

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

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

James Grey Pattillo is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in California →

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 Santa Barbara 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 Grey Pattillo

Where is James Grey Pattillo's law office located?
James Grey Pattillo's law practice is located in Santa Barbara, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Grey Pattillo handle?
James Grey Pattillo focuses on employment, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Grey Pattillo practiced law?
James Grey Pattillo has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
Where did James Grey Pattillo go to law school?
James Grey Pattillo earned their education at (LL.B., 1967); (B.A., 1964).
How can I contact James Grey Pattillo for a consultation?
You can contact James Grey Pattillo 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 Grey Pattillo received?
James Grey Pattillo's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

LL.B.
Stanford University
- 1967
B.A.
Stanford University
- 1964

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Utah
Admitted: 1967
California
Admitted: 1967
U.S. District Court, District of Utah and U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1967
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1969
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1971

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