Atty. James Patrick Walsh
Mr. James Patrick Walsh is a lawyer practicing international law, environmental, admiralty and 6 other areas of law.
Admiralty & More Attorney · Serving San Francisco, CA · 56+ Years Experience
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About James Patrick Walsh at a Glance
James Patrick Walsh is a Partner based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Davis Wright Tremaine LLP. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, environmental, health care, and maritime. Admitted to practice in Washington (1970), District of Columbia (1977), and California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth, Eleventh, Federal and District of Columbia Circuits U.S. Di (1996). Educated at University of Washington School of Law (J.D. Law, 1970) and Stanford University (B.A. History, 1967). Serves clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James Patrick Walsh
- Mr. James Patrick Walsh is a lawyer practicing international law, environmental, admiralty and 6 other areas of law
- James received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1967, and has been licensed for 56 years
- James practices at Davis Wright Tremaine LLP in San Francisco, CA
Practice Areas Explained
James Patrick Walsh's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Patrick Walsh handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Francisco.
Business & Corporate Law in San Francisco
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Civil Litigation in San Francisco
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
James Patrick Walsh is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →
Environmental Law in San Francisco
Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.
James Patrick Walsh is one of 55,977 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in California →
Health Care Law in San Francisco
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
James Patrick Walsh is one of 66,157 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in California →
Maritime & Admiralty Law in San Francisco
Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.
James Patrick Walsh is one of 11,459 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in San Francisco
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 San Francisco 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.
San Francisco Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a San Francisco-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 San Francisco Choose James Patrick Walsh
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 Walsh's practice in the field of business, litigation, environmental, health care, and maritime.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James Patrick Walsh brings 56+ 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 Washington, District of Columbia, and California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth, Eleventh, Federal and District of Columbia Circuits U.S. Di, James Patrick Walsh can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, litigation, and environmental, James Patrick Walsh can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in San Francisco
A San Francisco-based practice means James Patrick Walsh attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues James Patrick Walsh Handles in San Francisco
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters James Patrick Walsh has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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