Atty. James Patrick Walsh

Atty. James Patrick Walsh

Mr. James Patrick Walsh is a lawyer practicing international law, environmental, admiralty and 6 other areas of law.

San Francisco San Francisco 56 Years Experience 56 year
Call (628) 218-7661

Profile Summary

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

  • 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 Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Environmental Law

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Health Care Law

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Maritime & Admiralty Law

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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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Patrick Walsh

Where is James Patrick Walsh's law office located?
James Patrick Walsh's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Davis Wright Tremaine LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Patrick Walsh handle?
James Patrick Walsh focuses on business, litigation, environmental, health care, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Patrick Walsh practiced law?
James Patrick Walsh has 56+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1970.
Where did James Patrick Walsh go to law school?
James Patrick Walsh earned their education at (J.D. Law, 1970); (B.A. History, 1967).
How can I contact James Patrick Walsh for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. Law
University of Washington School of Law
- 1970
B.A. History
Stanford University
- 1967

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1970
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1977
California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth, Eleventh, Federal and District of Columbia Circuits U.S. Di
Admitted: 1996

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