Atty. James Patrick McDonough

Atty. James Patrick McDonough

James Patrick McDonough is a lawyer practicing civil trial law, personal injury law, professional liability law and 9 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from Utica College of Syracuse University in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years.

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About James Patrick McDonough at a glance

James Patrick McDonough is a Member based in Rancho Santa Margarita, California, practicing at Law Office of James P. McDonough. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, wrongful death, personal injury, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in California (1981) and U.S. District Court, Southern District of California (1981). Educated at Western State University (J.D., 1980) and Utica College of Syracuse University (B.S., 1977). Active member of San Diego County Bar Association State Bar of California. Serands clients in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Patrick McDonough is a lawyer practicing civil trial law, personal injury law, professional liability law and 9 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Utica College of Syracuse University in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • James practices at Law Office of James P. McDonough in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Patrick McDonough's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

James Patrick McDonough is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in California →

Trusts

James Patrick McDonough is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in California →

Wrongful Death

James Patrick McDonough is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in California →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

James Patrick McDonough is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

James Patrick McDonough is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →

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 Rancho Santa Margarita 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 Patrick McDonough

Where is James Patrick McDonough's law office located?
James Patrick McDonough's law practice is located in Rancho Santa Margarita, California. The firm is Law Office of James P. McDonough. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Patrick McDonough handle?
James Patrick McDonough focuses on wills, trusts, wrongful death, personal injury, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Patrick McDonough practiced law?
James Patrick McDonough has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did James Patrick McDonough go to law school?
James Patrick McDonough earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.S., 1977).
How can I contact James Patrick McDonough for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Western State University
- 1980
B.S.
Utica College of Syracuse University
- 1977

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Southern District of California
Admitted: 1981

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