Atty. James Michael Toohey

Atty. James Michael Toohey

James Michael Toohey is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, litigation, taxation. James received a degree from University of North Carolina School of Law, Chapel Hill NC, and has been licensed for 25 years.

San Diego San Diego 25 yrs experience 25 year
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About James Michael Toohey at a glance

James Michael Toohey is a criminal defense, tax, and litigation attorney based in San Diego, California. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (2001), New York (2007), and California (2018). Educated at University of North Carolina School of Law, Chapel Hill NC (—). Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Michael Toohey is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, litigation, taxation
  • James received a degree from University of North Carolina School of Law, Chapel Hill NC, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • James practices in San Diego, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Michael Toohey's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Tax Law

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Civil Litigation

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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 Diego 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 Toohey's law office located?
James Michael Toohey's law practice is located in San Diego, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Michael Toohey handle?
James Michael Toohey focuses on criminal defense, tax, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Michael Toohey practiced law?
James Michael Toohey has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
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Education

University of North Carolina School of Law, Chapel Hill NC
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Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2001
New York
Admitted: 2007
California
Admitted: 2018

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