Atty. James M. Phillippi

Atty. James M. Phillippi

Member: City of Santa Rosa General Plan Committee, 1972; American Arbitration Association (Member, Real Estate and Construction Arbitration and Mediation Panels); American Institute of Architects (Affiliate Member); Board of Trustees, Land Trust for Santa Barbara County.

Glendale Glendale 45 yrs experience 45 year
Call (747) 286-5198 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James M. Phillippi at a glance

James M. Phillippi is a Director based in Glendale, California, practicing at Knapp Petersen And Clarke A Professional Corporation. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on real estate, construction, and adr. Admitted to practice in California (1981) and U.S. District Court, Southern, Central and Northern Districts of California (1981). Educated at Loyola Marymount University (J.D., 1981) and California State University (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of California (Member, Real Property Section) Terrafirma RRG Claims Committee. Serands clients in Glendale, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Member

  • City of Santa Rosa General Plan Committee, 1972
  • American Arbitration Association (Member, Real Estate and Construction Arbitration and Mediation Panels)
  • American Institute of Architects (Affiliate Member)
  • Board of Trustees, Land Trust for Santa Barbara County

Practice Areas Explained

James M. Phillippi's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

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

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Construction Law

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

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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 Glendale 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. Phillippi

Where is James M. Phillippi's law office located?
James M. Phillippi's law practice is located in Glendale, California. The firm is Knapp Petersen And Clarke A Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James M. Phillippi handle?
James M. Phillippi focuses on real estate, construction, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James M. Phillippi practiced law?
James M. Phillippi has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did James M. Phillippi go to law school?
James M. Phillippi earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1975).
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What awards or recognition has James M. Phillippi received?
James M. Phillippi's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Loyola Marymount University
- 1981
B.A.
California State University
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

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

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