Atty. James Michael McFaul

Atty. James Michael McFaul

James Michael McFaul is a lawyer practicing insurance law. James received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1973, and has been licensed for 48 years.

Carpinteria Carpinteria 48 yrs experience 48 year
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About James Michael McFaul at a glance

James Michael McFaul is a Partner based in Carpinteria, California, practicing at Minehan Mcfaul And Fitch Llp. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on insurance. Admitted to practice in California (1978), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1979), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California (1989), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of California (2001). Educated at Loyola Marymount University (J.D., 1978) and University of California at Los Angeles (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Santa Barbara County Bar Association State Bar of California Association of Southern California Defense Counsel. Serands clients in Carpinteria, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Michael McFaul is a lawyer practicing insurance law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1973, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • James practices at Minehan, McFaul & Fitch, LLP in Carpinteria, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Michael McFaul's Areas of Practice

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

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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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 Carpinteria 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 McFaul

Where is James Michael McFaul's law office located?
James Michael McFaul's law practice is located in Carpinteria, California. The firm is Minehan Mcfaul And Fitch Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Michael McFaul handle?
James Michael McFaul focuses on insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Michael McFaul practiced law?
James Michael McFaul has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did James Michael McFaul go to law school?
James Michael McFaul earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact James Michael McFaul for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Michael McFaul received?
James Michael McFaul's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Loyola Marymount University
- 1978
B.A.
University of California at Los Angeles
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Southern District of California
Admitted: 2001
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 2001

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