Atty. James Merrick Trush

Atty. James Merrick Trush

James Merrick Trush is a lawyer practicing employment law, litigation, class actions. James received a B.S. degree from University of Vermont in 1983, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Costa Mesa Costa Mesa 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About James Merrick Trush at a glance

James Merrick Trush is a employment, class action, and litigation attorney based in Costa Mesa, California. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Admitted to practice in California (1989) and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1989). Educated at Loyola Marymount University (J.D., 1988) and University of Vermont (B.S., 1983). Serands clients in Costa Mesa, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Merrick Trush is a lawyer practicing employment law, litigation, class actions
  • James received a B.S. degree from University of Vermont in 1983, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • James practices in Costa Mesa, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Merrick Trush's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Merrick Trush 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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Class Action

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Merrick Trush

Where is James Merrick Trush's law office located?
James Merrick Trush's law practice is located in Costa Mesa, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Merrick Trush handle?
James Merrick Trush focuses on employment, class action, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Merrick Trush practiced law?
James Merrick Trush has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did James Merrick Trush go to law school?
James Merrick Trush earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.S., 1983).
How can I contact James Merrick Trush for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Loyola Marymount University
- 1988
B.S.
University of Vermont
- 1983

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1989

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