Atty. James Michael Tillipman

Atty. James Michael Tillipman

James Michael Tillipman is a lawyer practicing employment & labor, civil, trial practice in state and federal courts and 8 other areas of law. James received a A.B. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years.

Santa Monica Santa Monica 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About James Michael Tillipman at a glance

James Michael Tillipman is a Member based in Santa Monica, California, practicing at James M. Tillipman. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, business, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1973), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1974), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1981), and U.S. Supreme Court (1986). Educated at Golden Gate University (J.D., 1973) and University of California at Berkeley (A.B., 1969). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Los Angeles County (Member, Litigation Section) Bar Association State Bar of California (Member, Litigation Section) Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles. Serands clients in Santa Monica, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Michael Tillipman is a lawyer practicing employment & labor, civil, trial practice in state and federal courts and 8 other areas of law
  • James received a A.B. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • James practices at James M. Tillipman in Santa Monica, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Michael Tillipman's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

James Michael Tillipman is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Product Liability

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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 Santa Monica 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 Tillipman

Where is James Michael Tillipman's law office located?
James Michael Tillipman's law practice is located in Santa Monica, California. The firm is James M. Tillipman. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Michael Tillipman handle?
James Michael Tillipman focuses on personal injury, employment, business, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Michael Tillipman practiced law?
James Michael Tillipman has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did James Michael Tillipman go to law school?
James Michael Tillipman earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (A.B., 1969).
How can I contact James Michael Tillipman for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Michael Tillipman received?
James Michael Tillipman's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Golden Gate University
- 1973
A.B.
University of California at Berkeley
- 1969

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1986

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