Atty. James Philip Barber

Atty. James Philip Barber

James Philip Barber is a lawyer practicing complex business litigation, insurance litigation, toxic tort litigation. James received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Barbara in 1967, and has been licensed for 53 years.

Walnut Creek Walnut Creek 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About James Philip Barber at a glance

James Philip Barber is a personal injury, business, litigation, and insurance attorney based in Walnut Creek, California. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Admitted to practice in California (1973). Educated at University of California, Hastings College of the Law (J.D., 1973) and University of California at Santa Barbara (B.A., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Walnut Creek, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James Philip Barber is a lawyer practicing complex business litigation, insurance litigation, toxic tort litigation
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Barbara in 1967, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • James practices in Walnut Creek, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Philip Barber's Areas of Practice

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

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 Philip Barber is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

James Philip Barber is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

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

James Philip Barber is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

James Philip Barber is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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 Walnut Creek 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 Philip Barber

Where is James Philip Barber's law office located?
James Philip Barber's law practice is located in Walnut Creek, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Philip Barber handle?
James Philip Barber focuses on personal injury, business, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Philip Barber practiced law?
James Philip Barber has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did James Philip Barber go to law school?
James Philip Barber earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1967).
How can I contact James Philip Barber for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Philip Barber received?
James Philip Barber's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of California, Hastings College of the Law
- 1973
B.A.
University of California at Santa Barbara
- 1967

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1973

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