Atty. James P. Shaughnessy

Atty. James P. Shaughnessy

Mr. James P.

San Francisco San Francisco 46 yrs experience 46 year
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About James P. Shaughnessy at a glance

James P. Shaughnessy is a Workday, Inc. based in San Francisco, California. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on business, ip, and international. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Dis U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts U.S. (1980), Massachusetts (1991), Illinois (2008), and California (2012). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1979) and Northern Michigan University (B.S., 1975). Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Mr. James P. Shaughnessy is a lawyer practicing international corporate transactions, licensing, intellectual property and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Northern Michigan University in 1975, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • James practices in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James P. Shaughnessy's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

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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 Francisco 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 P. Shaughnessy

Where is James P. Shaughnessy's law office located?
James P. Shaughnessy's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James P. Shaughnessy handle?
James P. Shaughnessy focuses on business, ip, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James P. Shaughnessy practiced law?
James P. Shaughnessy has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did James P. Shaughnessy go to law school?
James P. Shaughnessy earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.S., 1975).
How can I contact James P. Shaughnessy for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Michigan
- 1979
B.S.
Northern Michigan University
- 1975

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Dis U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts U.S.
Admitted: 1980
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1991
Illinois
Admitted: 2008
California
Admitted: 2012

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