Atty. James Michael Finberg

Atty. James Michael Finberg

James Michael Finberg is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, securities, labor & employment and 3 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Brown University in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About James Michael Finberg at a glance

James Michael Finberg is a Partner based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Altshuler Berzon LLP. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on employment, class action, securities, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in California (1984), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1984), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit and U.S. Distric (1987), and U.S. District Court, District of Hawaii (1988). Educated at University of Chicago (J.D., 1983) and Brown University (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Bar Association of San Francisco. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Michael Finberg is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, securities, labor & employment and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Brown University in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • James practices at Altshuler Berzon LLP in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Michael Finberg's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Michael Finberg 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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Securities Law

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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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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 San Francisco 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 Michael Finberg

Where is James Michael Finberg's law office located?
James Michael Finberg's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Altshuler Berzon LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Michael Finberg handle?
James Michael Finberg focuses on employment, class action, securities, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Michael Finberg practiced law?
James Michael Finberg has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did James Michael Finberg go to law school?
James Michael Finberg earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact James Michael Finberg for a consultation?
You can contact James Michael Finberg directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James Michael Finberg received?
James Michael Finberg's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Chicago
- 1983
B.A.
Brown University
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1984
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit and U.S. Distric
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, District of Hawaii
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Southern District of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1992
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1994
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1999
U.S. District Court, District of Colorado and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 2001
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
Admitted: 2003

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