Atty. James Paul Thompson

Atty. James Paul Thompson

James Paul Thompson is a lawyer practicing general practice, real estate, litigation and 1 other area of law. James received a B.A. degree from California State University at Long Beach in 1984, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Lomita Lomita 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About James Paul Thompson at a glance

James Paul Thompson is a Member based in Lomita, California, practicing at James Paul Thompson. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on real estate, litigation, and landlord/tenant. Admitted to practice in California (1989), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth District (1989), and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1990). Educated at Loyola Law School (J.D., 1989) and California State University at Long Beach (B.A., 1984). Active member of Los Angeles County Bar Association State Bar of California. Serands clients in Lomita, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Paul Thompson is a lawyer practicing general practice, real estate, litigation and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from California State University at Long Beach in 1984, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • James practices at James Paul Thompson in Lomita, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Paul Thompson's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Landlord & Tenant

Landlord-tenant attorneys for evictions, lease disputes, security deposits, and habitability claims.

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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 Lomita 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 Paul Thompson

Where is James Paul Thompson's law office located?
James Paul Thompson's law practice is located in Lomita, California. The firm is James Paul Thompson. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Paul Thompson handle?
James Paul Thompson focuses on real estate, litigation, landlord/tenant. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Paul Thompson practiced law?
James Paul Thompson has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did James Paul Thompson go to law school?
James Paul Thompson earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact James Paul Thompson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Loyola Law School
- 1989
B.A.
California State University at Long Beach
- 1984

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth District
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1990

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