Atty. James Nicholas Dawe

Atty. James Nicholas Dawe

James Nicholas Dawe is a lawyer practicing business law, international commercial contracts, international financial and commercial transactions and 7 other areas of law. James received a A.B. degree from University of San Francisco in 1965, and has been licensed for 57 years.

Walnut Creek Walnut Creek 57 yrs experience 57 year
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Profile Summary

About James Nicholas Dawe at a glance

James Nicholas Dawe is a Founder based in Walnut Creek, California, practicing at Dawe & Christopherson LLP. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, m&a, and international. Admitted to practice in United States District Court for the Northern District of California (1969), United States District Court for the Eastern District of California (1969), and California (1969). Educated at University of San Francisco (J.D., 1968) and University of San Francisco (A.B., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Walnut Creek, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James Nicholas Dawe is a lawyer practicing business law, international commercial contracts, international financial and commercial transactions and 7 other areas of law
  • James received a A.B. degree from University of San Francisco in 1965, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • James practices at Dawe & Christopherson LLP in Walnut Creek, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Nicholas Dawe's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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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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Mergers & Acquisitions

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International Law

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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 Walnut Creek 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 Nicholas Dawe

Where is James Nicholas Dawe's law office located?
James Nicholas Dawe's law practice is located in Walnut Creek, California. The firm is Dawe & Christopherson LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Nicholas Dawe handle?
James Nicholas Dawe focuses on contracts, business, m&a, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Nicholas Dawe practiced law?
James Nicholas Dawe has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did James Nicholas Dawe go to law school?
James Nicholas Dawe earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (A.B., 1965).
How can I contact James Nicholas Dawe for a consultation?
You can contact James Nicholas Dawe directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James Nicholas Dawe received?
James Nicholas Dawe's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of San Francisco
- 1968
A.B.
University of San Francisco
- 1965

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

United States District Court for the Northern District of California
Admitted: 1969
United States District Court for the Eastern District of California
Admitted: 1969
California
Admitted: 1969

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