Atty. James Joseph McGarry

Atty. James Joseph McGarry

James Joseph McGarry is a lawyer practicing personal injury, defective and dangerous products, insurance and 2 other areas of law. James received a B.B.A. degree from Loyola University of Los Angeles in 1975, and has been licensed for 46 years.

El Segundo El Segundo 46 yrs experience 46 year
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About James Joseph McGarry at a glance

James Joseph McGarry is a Member based in El Segundo, California, practicing at Mcgarry And Laufenberg. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, product liability, insurance, and adr. Admitted to practice in California (1980) and U.S. District Court, Central and Northern Districts of California (1980). Educated at Loyola University of Los Angeles (J.D., 1979) and Loyola University of Los Angeles (B.B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of California Association of Southern California Defense Counsel. Serands clients in El Segundo, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Joseph McGarry is a lawyer practicing personal injury, defective and dangerous products, insurance and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.B.A. degree from Loyola University of Los Angeles in 1975, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • James practices at McGarry & Laufenberg in El Segundo, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Joseph McGarry's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Joseph McGarry 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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Product Liability

James Joseph McGarry is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in California →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

James Joseph McGarry is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 El Segundo 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 Joseph McGarry

Where is James Joseph McGarry's law office located?
James Joseph McGarry's law practice is located in El Segundo, California. The firm is Mcgarry And Laufenberg. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Joseph McGarry handle?
James Joseph McGarry focuses on personal injury, business, product liability, insurance, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Joseph McGarry practiced law?
James Joseph McGarry has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did James Joseph McGarry go to law school?
James Joseph McGarry earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.B.A., 1975).
How can I contact James Joseph McGarry for a consultation?
You can contact James Joseph McGarry 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 Joseph McGarry received?
James Joseph McGarry's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Loyola University of Los Angeles
- 1979
B.B.A.
Loyola University of Los Angeles
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Central and Northern Districts of California
Admitted: 1980

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