Atty. James Michael Sunseri

Atty. James Michael Sunseri

James Michael Sunseri is a lawyer practicing criminal law, criminal defense. James received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1969, and has been licensed for 50 years.

Huntington Beach Huntington Beach 50 yrs experience 50 year
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About James Michael Sunseri at a glance

James Michael Sunseri is a Member based in Huntington Beach, California, practicing at James M Sunseri. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in California (1976) and New York (1976). Educated at Syracuse University College of Law (J.D., 1974) and State University of New York at Buffalo (B.A., 1969). Serands clients in Huntington Beach, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Michael Sunseri is a lawyer practicing criminal law, criminal defense
  • James received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1969, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • James practices at James M. Sunseri in Huntington Beach, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Michael Sunseri's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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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 Huntington Beach 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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Where is James Michael Sunseri's law office located?
James Michael Sunseri's law practice is located in Huntington Beach, California. The firm is James M Sunseri. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Michael Sunseri handle?
James Michael Sunseri focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Michael Sunseri practiced law?
James Michael Sunseri has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did James Michael Sunseri go to law school?
James Michael Sunseri earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1969).
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Education

J.D.
Syracuse University College of Law
- 1974
B.A.
State University of New York at Buffalo
- 1969

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1976
New York
Admitted: 1976

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