Atty. James Lee Morris

Atty. James Lee Morris

Mr. James Lee Morris is a lawyer practicing employment litigation, employment/labor, employment and labor law (litigation and counseling).

Costa Mesa Costa Mesa 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About James Lee Morris at a glance

James Lee Morris is a Partner based in Costa Mesa, California, practicing at Rutan Tucker Llp. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on employment and litigation. Admitted to practice in Texas (Inactive) (1978) and California U.S. District Courts for the Central, Eastern, Northern and Southern Districts of Califor (1983). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center, Washington DC Duke University B.A. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Labor and Employment Law Section) •American Bar Association (Litigation, Labor and Employment Law Sections) •Orange County Bar Association (Labor & Employment Law Section (Section Chairperson, 1992-93), Memberships Associations •State Bar of California. Serands clients in Costa Mesa, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. James Lee Morris is a lawyer practicing employment litigation, employment/labor, employment and labor law (litigation and counseling)
  • James received a degree from Georgetown University Law Center, Washington DC, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • James practices at Rutan & Tucker, LLP in Costa Mesa, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Lee Morris's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

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

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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 Costa Mesa 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 Morris

Where is James Lee Morris's law office located?
James Lee Morris's law practice is located in Costa Mesa, California. The firm is Rutan Tucker Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Lee Morris handle?
James Lee Morris focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Lee Morris practiced law?
James Lee Morris has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did James Lee Morris go to law school?
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How can I contact James Lee Morris for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Lee Morris received?
James Lee Morris's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

Georgetown University Law Center, Washington DC Duke University B.A.
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas (Inactive)
Admitted: 1978
California U.S. District Courts for the Central, Eastern, Northern and Southern Districts of Califor
Admitted: 1983

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