Atty. James Patrick Clark
James Patrick Clark is a lawyer practicing media, entertainment and technology, antitrust and trade regulation and 13 other areas of law. James received a degree from Georgetown University in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years.
Antitrust and Trade Regulation & More Attorney · Serving Los Angeles, CA · 52+ Years Experience
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About James Patrick Clark at a Glance
James Patrick Clark is an Associate Attorney based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on trusts, criminal defense, ip, class action, and white collar. Admitted to practice in New York (1974) and California United States Supreme Court (1975). Educated at Georgetown University (Bachelor, 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James Patrick Clark
- James Patrick Clark is a lawyer practicing media, entertainment and technology, antitrust and trade regulation and 13 other areas of law
- James received a degree from Georgetown University in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years
- James practices at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP in Los Angeles, CA
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James Patrick Clark's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Patrick Clark handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Los Angeles.
Trusts in Los Angeles
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Criminal Defense in Los Angeles
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Intellectual Property in Los Angeles
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
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Class Action in Los Angeles
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White Collar Crimes in Los Angeles
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Los Angeles
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 Los Angeles 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.
Los Angeles Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Los Angeles-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.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Los Angeles Choose James Patrick Clark
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 Clark's practice in the field of trusts, criminal defense, ip, class action, and white collar.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James Patrick Clark brings 52+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York and California United States Supreme Court, James Patrick Clark can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, criminal defense, and ip, James Patrick Clark can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Los Angeles
A Los Angeles-based practice means James Patrick Clark attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues James Patrick Clark Handles in Los Angeles
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