Atty. James Lee Hand

Atty. James Lee Hand

James Lee Hand is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice, collections, contract litigation and 4 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Cruz in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Oakland Oakland 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About James Lee Hand at a glance

James Lee Hand is a Member based in Oakland, California, practicing at Law Office of James L. Hand. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on contracts, medical malpractice, real estate, breach of contract, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in California (1981), Nevada (1981), and U.S. District Court, Northern, Eastern and Central Districts of California (1981). Educated at Stanford University (J.D., 1981) and University of California at Santa Cruz (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Alameda County Bar Association State Bar of California. Serands clients in Oakland, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Lee Hand is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice, collections, contract litigation and 4 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Cruz in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • James practices at Law Office of James L. Hand in Oakland, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Lee Hand's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

James Lee Hand is one of 76,762 contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse contracts attorneys in California →

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

James Lee Hand is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in California →

Real Estate Law

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

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Breach of Contract

James Lee Hand is one of 5,938 breach of contract attorneys indexed nationally. Browse breach of contract attorneys in California →

Creditor Rights & Collections

James Lee Hand is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights 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 Oakland 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 Lee Hand

Where is James Lee Hand's law office located?
James Lee Hand's law practice is located in Oakland, California. The firm is Law Office of James L. Hand. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Lee Hand handle?
James Lee Hand focuses on contracts, medical malpractice, real estate, breach of contract, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Lee Hand practiced law?
James Lee Hand has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did James Lee Hand go to law school?
James Lee Hand earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact James Lee Hand for a consultation?
You can contact James Lee Hand 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 Lee Hand received?
James Lee Hand's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Stanford University
- 1981
B.A.
University of California at Santa Cruz
- 1978

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1981
Nevada
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Northern, Eastern and Central Districts of California
Admitted: 1981

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