Atty. James Joseph O'Brien

Atty. James Joseph O'Brien

Mr. James Joseph O'Brien is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, asbestos litigation, toxic torts and 4 other areas of law.

San Francisco San Francisco 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About James Joseph O'Brien at a glance

James Joseph O'Brien is a Partner based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Jackson Jenkins Renstrom LLP. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on trusts, personal injury, business, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1994) and Oregon U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (2004). Educated at University of San Francisco (J.D., 1993) and State University of New York at Oneonta (B.A. University, 1982). Active member of Oregon State Bar American Bar Association. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. James Joseph O'Brien is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, asbestos litigation, toxic torts and 4 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Oneonta in 1982, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • James practices at Jackson Jenkins Renstrom LLP in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Joseph O'Brien's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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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

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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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 Joseph O'Brien

Where is James Joseph O'Brien's law office located?
James Joseph O'Brien's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Jackson Jenkins Renstrom LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Joseph O'Brien handle?
James Joseph O'Brien focuses on trusts, personal injury, business, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Joseph O'Brien practiced law?
James Joseph O'Brien has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did James Joseph O'Brien go to law school?
James Joseph O'Brien earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A. University, 1982).
How can I contact James Joseph O'Brien for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of San Francisco
- 1993
B.A. University
State University of New York at Oneonta
- 1982

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1994
Oregon U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 2004

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