Atty. James Lester Pierce

Atty. James Lester Pierce

James Lester Pierce is a lawyer practicing environmental law, employment & labor. James received a M.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1985, and has been licensed for 35 years.

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About James Lester Pierce at a glance

James Lester Pierce is a Member based in Mount Shasta, California, practicing at James L. Pierce. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on employment and environmental. Admitted to practice in California (1991) and U.S. District Court, District of California and U.S. Court of Appeal, Ninth Circuit (1991). Educated at University of San Francisco (J.D., 1991) and Northwestern University (M.A. Music, 1985). Recognitions include CV Notable. Serands clients in Mount Shasta, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Lester Pierce is a lawyer practicing environmental law, employment & labor
  • James received a M.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1985, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • James practices at James L. Pierce in Mount Shasta, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Lester Pierce's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Lester Pierce 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.

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

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

James Lester Pierce is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental 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 Mount Shasta 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 Lester Pierce

Where is James Lester Pierce's law office located?
James Lester Pierce's law practice is located in Mount Shasta, California. The firm is James L. Pierce. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Lester Pierce handle?
James Lester Pierce focuses on employment, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Lester Pierce practiced law?
James Lester Pierce has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did James Lester Pierce go to law school?
James Lester Pierce earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (M.A. Music, 1985).
How can I contact James Lester Pierce for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Lester Pierce received?
James Lester Pierce's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D.
University of San Francisco
- 1991
M.A. Music
Northwestern University
- 1985

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, District of California and U.S. Court of Appeal, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1991

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