Atty. James M Marlar

Atty. James M Marlar

James M Marlar is a lawyer practicing general civil trial law, creditors' rights law, bankruptcy & debt. James received a A.B. degree from Stanford University in 1967, and has been licensed for 56 years.

Coronado Coronado 56 yrs experience 56 year
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Profile Summary

About James M Marlar at a glance

James M Marlar is a Bkrptcy. J. based in Coronado, California. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on bankruptcy, creditor rights, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Arizona (1970), U.S. District Court, District of Arizona (1970), U.S. Supreme Court (1973), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1977). Educated at University of Arizona (J.D., 1970) and Stanford University (A.B., 1967). Serands clients in Coronado, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James M Marlar is a lawyer practicing general civil trial law, creditors' rights law, bankruptcy & debt
  • James received a A.B. degree from Stanford University in 1967, and has been licensed for 56 years
  • James practices in Coronado, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James M Marlar's Areas of Practice

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

Bankruptcy & Debt

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Creditor Rights & Collections

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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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 Coronado 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 M Marlar

Where is James M Marlar's law office located?
James M Marlar's law practice is located in Coronado, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James M Marlar handle?
James M Marlar focuses on bankruptcy, creditor rights, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James M Marlar practiced law?
James M Marlar has 56+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1970.
Where did James M Marlar go to law school?
James M Marlar earned their education at (J.D., 1970); (A.B., 1967).
How can I contact James M Marlar for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Arizona
- 1970
A.B.
Stanford University
- 1967

Bar Admissions

Arizona
Admitted: 1970
U.S. District Court, District of Arizona
Admitted: 1970
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1973
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1977

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