Atty. James Patrick Castles
Mr. Castles specializes in construction matters and has over 35 years of trial, arbitration and mediation experience in both the state and federal courts.
Arbitration And Mediation & More Attorney · Serving Burlingame, CA · 50+ Years Experience
Profile Summary
About James Patrick Castles at a Glance
James Patrick Castles is a Partner based in Burlingame, California, practicing at Furukawa Castles LLP. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on adr. Admitted to practice in California (1976). Educated at University of San Francisco School of Law (J.D., 1976) and Colgate University (A.B. Political, 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Alameda County and American Bar Associations Northern California Association of Defense Counsel. Serves clients in Burlingame, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
Get Legal Help from James Patrick Castles in Burlingame
Sign up free and choose one of the two methods below.
Have a legal question? Sign up free, submit it through the Ask the Attorney module and receive a focused answer from a specialist.
- Free to ask a question
- Answers from specialist attorneys
- Optional private / anonymous question
Request an online video meeting or an in-person consultation at the attorney's office. Pick a time that works for you and share the details securely.
- Online video meeting
- In-person at the attorney's office
- Secure messaging and payment
About James Patrick Castles
- Mr. Castles specializes in construction matters and has over 35 years of trial, arbitration and mediation experience in both the state and federal courts
- He has extensive experience in drafting contracts and advising clients with respect to achieving contract goals by properly managing risk through clear and unambiguous contract terms
- Mr. Castles also counsels clients during the performance of construction projects with respect to risk management, project documentation and strategic positioning
- Mr. Castles has successfully tried, arbitrated and negotiated numerous settlements of construction related disputes involving schedule-related claims (delays, disruptions and accelerations), cost overruns, defects (including mold) and earth movements (landslides and subsidence)
- These disputes have involved both public and private projects
- The types of projects include infrastructure type facilities (roads, dams, bridges, etc.), hospitals and related health care facilities, schools and colleges, jails, detention and correctional type facilities, hotels, office buildings, condominiums and homes
Practice Areas Explained
James Patrick Castles's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Patrick Castles handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Burlingame.
Mediation & Arbitration in Burlingame
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
James Patrick Castles is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Burlingame
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 Burlingame 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 venue, 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.
Burlingame Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Burlingame-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
Looking for additional California attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Burlingame or all attorneys in California.
Frequently Asked
Common Questions About James Patrick Castles
Where is James Patrick Castles's law office located?
What practice areas does James Patrick Castles handle?
How long has James Patrick Castles practiced law?
Where did James Patrick Castles go to law school?
How can I contact James Patrick Castles for a consultation?
What awards or recognition has James Patrick Castles received?
Professional Profile
Why Clients in Burlingame Choose James Patrick Castles
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish James Patrick Castles's practice in the field of adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James Patrick Castles brings 50+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Focused ADR Practice
Concentrating on adr means James Patrick Castles's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Burlingame
A Burlingame-based practice means James Patrick Castles attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Search Reference
How People Find James Patrick Castles Online
Prospective clients searching for legal help in Burlingame commonly use a combination of the attorney's name and their specific legal need. The following search terms frequently lead people to this profile and to attorneys like James Patrick Castles.
If any of the above matches what you searched for, you've found the right profile. Use the contact options at the top of this page to get in touch with James Patrick Castles directly.
James Patrick Castles's Practice Areas & Specializations
Education & Law School Background
Awards & Professional Honors
Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions
Client Reviews & Ratings — James Patrick Castles
No reviews yet.