Atty. James Mitchel Sitkin

Atty. James Mitchel Sitkin

James Mitchel Sitkin is a lawyer practicing class actions, business litigation, commercial litigation and 2 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1976, and has been licensed for 43 years.

Oakland Oakland 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About James Mitchel Sitkin at a glance

James Mitchel Sitkin is a Member based in Oakland, California, practicing at Law Offices of James M. Sitkin. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on employment, business, class action, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1983), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1984), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California (1985), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of California (1985). Educated at Hastings College of Law, University of California (J.D., 1982) and University of California at Berkeley (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The State Bar of California. Serands clients in Oakland, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Mitchel Sitkin is a lawyer practicing class actions, business litigation, commercial litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1976, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • James practices at Law Offices of James M. Sitkin in Oakland, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Mitchel Sitkin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Mitchel Sitkin 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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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Class Action

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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 Oakland 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 Mitchel Sitkin

Where is James Mitchel Sitkin's law office located?
James Mitchel Sitkin's law practice is located in Oakland, California. The firm is Law Offices of James M. Sitkin. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Mitchel Sitkin handle?
James Mitchel Sitkin focuses on employment, business, class action, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Mitchel Sitkin practiced law?
James Mitchel Sitkin has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did James Mitchel Sitkin go to law school?
James Mitchel Sitkin earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact James Mitchel Sitkin for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Mitchel Sitkin received?
James Mitchel Sitkin's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Hastings College of Law, University of California
- 1982
B.A.
University of California at Berkeley
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Southern District of California
Admitted: 1985

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