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About James M. Hackett at a glance
James M. Hackett is a Cisco Systems Inc. based in San Jose, California. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on business. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1970), Alaska (1971), District of Columbia (1975), and New York (1997). Educated at Columbia University (J.D., 1996) and Princeton University (A.B., 1991). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in San Jose, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James M. Hackett is a lawyer practicing corporate
- James received a A.B. degree from Princeton University in 1991, and has been licensed for 56 years
- James practices in San Jose, CA
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Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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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 venue, 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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