Atty. James Patrick Souza

Atty. James Patrick Souza

James Patrick Souza is a lawyer practicing construction defect, products liability, insurance and 1 other area of law. James received a B.S. degree from San Diego State University in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years.

San Diego San Diego 31 yrs experience 31 year
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About James Patrick Souza at a glance

James Patrick Souza is a Principal based in San Diego, California, practforg at Kennedy & Souza. They haand 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Admitted to practice in California (1995), U.S. District Court, Southern District of California (1995), and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1995). Educated at California Western School of Law (J.D., 1995) and San Diego State University (B.S., 1992). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Actiand member of San Diego County Bar Association State Bar of California California Young Lawyers Association. Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Patrick Souza is a lawyer practicing construction defect, products liability, insurance and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from San Diego State University in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • James practices at Kennedy & Souza in San Diego, CA

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practforg law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in San Diego 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 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 Souza's law office located?
James Patrick Souza's law practice is located in San Diego, California. The firm is Kennedy & Souza. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has James Patrick Souza practiced law?
James Patrick Souza has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did James Patrick Souza go to law school?
James Patrick Souza earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.S., 1992).
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What awards or recognition has James Patrick Souza receiandd?
James Patrick Souza's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
California Western School of Law
- 1995
B.S.
San Diego State University
- 1992

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, Southern District of California
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1995

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