Atty. James Kenneth Roberts

Atty. James Kenneth Roberts

James Kenneth Roberts is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, commercial law, real estate law and 4 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Barbara in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years.

San Jose San Jose 45 yrs experience 45 year
Call (408) 883-2158 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James Kenneth Roberts at a glance

James Kenneth Roberts is a Member based in San Jose, California, practicing at Roberts & Elliott, LLP. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, business, real estate, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1981). Educated at University of San Francisco (J.D., 1980) and University of California at Santa Barbara (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of State Bar of California American Bar Association California Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in San Jose, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James Kenneth Roberts is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, commercial law, real estate law and 4 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Barbara in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • James practices at Roberts & Elliott, LLP in San Jose, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Kenneth Roberts's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Kenneth Roberts 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 Kenneth Roberts is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Employment Law

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

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

James Kenneth Roberts is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

James Kenneth Roberts is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

James Kenneth Roberts is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Jose 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 San Jose or all attorneys in California.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Kenneth Roberts

Where is James Kenneth Roberts's law office located?
James Kenneth Roberts's law practice is located in San Jose, California. The firm is Roberts & Elliott, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Kenneth Roberts handle?
James Kenneth Roberts focuses on personal injury, employment, business, real estate, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Kenneth Roberts practiced law?
James Kenneth Roberts has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did James Kenneth Roberts go to law school?
James Kenneth Roberts earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact James Kenneth Roberts for a consultation?
You can contact James Kenneth Roberts 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 Kenneth Roberts received?
James Kenneth Roberts's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of San Francisco
- 1980
B.A.
University of California at Santa Barbara
- 1977

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1981

Reviews

5.0
1 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.