Atty. James Henry Cordes

Atty. James Henry Cordes

James Henry Cordes is a lawyer practicing employment law, harassment law, wrongful termination and 2 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1986, and has been licensed for 32 years.

Santa Barbara Santa Barbara 32 yrs experience 32 year
Call (805) 308-7775 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James Henry Cordes at a glance

James Henry Cordes is a Managing Partner based in Santa Barbara, California, practicing at James H. Cordes, Attorney at Law. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, discrimination, employment, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in California (1994). Educated at McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific (J.D., 1994) and University of California at Los Angeles (B.S., 1986). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of State Bar of California. Serands clients in Santa Barbara, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James Henry Cordes is a lawyer practicing employment law, harassment law, wrongful termination and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1986, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • James practices at James H. Cordes, Attorney at Law in Santa Barbara, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Henry Cordes's Areas of Practice

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

Wrongful Termination

James Henry Cordes is one of 6,921 wrongful termination attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful termination attorneys in California →

Workplace Discrimination

James Henry Cordes is one of 7,100 discrimination attorneys indexed nationally. Browse discrimination attorneys in California →

Employment Law

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

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

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

James Henry Cordes is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights 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.

Looking for additional California attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Santa Barbara or all attorneys in California.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Henry Cordes

Where is James Henry Cordes's law office located?
James Henry Cordes's law practice is located in Santa Barbara, California. The firm is James H. Cordes, Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Henry Cordes handle?
James Henry Cordes focuses on wrongful termination, discrimination, employment, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Henry Cordes practiced law?
James Henry Cordes has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did James Henry Cordes go to law school?
James Henry Cordes earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.S., 1986).
How can I contact James Henry Cordes for a consultation?
You can contact James Henry Cordes 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 Henry Cordes received?
James Henry Cordes's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific
- 1994
B.S.
University of California at Los Angeles
- 1986

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1994

Reviews

4.4
4 Review
5 0
4 0
3 0
2 0
1 0
These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.