Atty. James Joseph Ostertag

Atty. James Joseph Ostertag

James Joseph Ostertag is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation. James received a B.B.S. degree from University of Hawaii in 1985, and has been licensed for 34 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About James Joseph Ostertag at a glance

James Joseph Ostertag is a Partner based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on business and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1992) and Hawaii (2010). Educated at University of California, Hastings College of the Law (J.D., 1991) and University of Hawaii (B.B.S., 1985). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of State Bar of California American Bar Association. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Joseph Ostertag is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation
  • James received a B.B.S. degree from University of Hawaii in 1985, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • James practices at Nixon Peabody LLP in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Joseph Ostertag's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 Ostertag

Where is James Joseph Ostertag's law office located?
James Joseph Ostertag's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Nixon Peabody LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Joseph Ostertag handle?
James Joseph Ostertag focuses on business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Joseph Ostertag practiced law?
James Joseph Ostertag has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did James Joseph Ostertag go to law school?
James Joseph Ostertag earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.B.S., 1985).
How can I contact James Joseph Ostertag for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Joseph Ostertag received?
James Joseph Ostertag's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of California, Hastings College of the Law
- 1991
B.B.S.
University of Hawaii
- 1985

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1992
Hawaii
Admitted: 2010

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