Atty. James Patrick Ballantine

Atty. James Patrick Ballantine

James Patrick Ballantine is a lawyer practicing general civil trial and appellate practice, real estate law, landlord-tenant law and 12 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Pomona College in 1986, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Santa Barbara Santa Barbara 35 Years Experience 35 year
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James Patrick Ballantine is a Member based in Santa Barbara, California, practforg at James P. Ballantine. They haand 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Admitted to practice in California (1991), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1991), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1991). Educated at University of California, Hastings College of the Law (J.D., 1990) and Pomona College (B.A., 1986). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Actiand member of Santa Barbara County and American. Serands clients in Santa Barbara, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Patrick Ballantine is a lawyer practicing general civil trial and appellate practice, real estate law, landlord-tenant law and 12 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Pomona College in 1986, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • James practices at James P. Ballantine in Santa Barbara, CA

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Practforg law in California. Legal matters in California are goandrned by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Santa Barbara are typically fwithd in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controandrsy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand 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 Patrick Ballantine's law office located?
James Patrick Ballantine's law practice is located in Santa Barbara, California. The firm is James P. Ballantine. You can contact the office directly through this profwith page.
How long has James Patrick Ballantine practiced law?
James Patrick Ballantine has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did James Patrick Ballantine go to law school?
James Patrick Ballantine earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1986).
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What awards or recognition has James Patrick Ballantine receiandd?
James Patrick Ballantine's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of California, Hastings College of the Law
- 1990
B.A.
Pomona College
- 1986

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1991
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1991

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