Atty. James Joseph Rij

Atty. James Joseph Rij

James Joseph Rij is a lawyer practicing insurance, personal injury defense. James received a B.A. degree from Rutgers University in 1974, and has been licensed for 46 years.

San Diego San Diego 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About James Joseph Rij at a glance

James Joseph Rij is a Managing Principal based in San Diego, California, practicing at Law Offices of Liebman, Quigley & Sheppard. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on personal injury and insurance. Admitted to practice in California (1980) and U.S. District Court, Southern District of California (1990). Educated at University of San Fernando Valley College of Law (J.D., 1978) and Rutgers University (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Joseph Rij is a lawyer practicing insurance, personal injury defense
  • James received a B.A. degree from Rutgers University in 1974, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • James practices at Law Offices of Liebman, Quigley & Sheppard in San Diego, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Joseph Rij's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Joseph Rij 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.

James Joseph Rij is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Insurance Law

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

James Joseph Rij is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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 San Diego 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 Rij

Where is James Joseph Rij's law office located?
James Joseph Rij's law practice is located in San Diego, California. The firm is Law Offices of Liebman, Quigley & Sheppard. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Joseph Rij handle?
James Joseph Rij focuses on personal injury, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Joseph Rij practiced law?
James Joseph Rij has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did James Joseph Rij go to law school?
James Joseph Rij earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact James Joseph Rij for a consultation?
You can contact James Joseph Rij 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 Rij received?
James Joseph Rij's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of San Fernando Valley College of Law
- 1978
B.A.
Rutgers University
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Southern District of California
Admitted: 1990

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