Atty. James Philip Griffith

Atty. James Philip Griffith

James Philip Griffith is a lawyer practicing litigation, business law, trusts & estates and 2 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Barbara in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years.

Santa Barbara Santa Barbara 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About James Philip Griffith at a glance

James Philip Griffith is a contracts, trusts, probate, business, and litigation attorney based in Santa Barbara, California. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Admitted to practice in California (1983) and U.S. District Court, Central, Northern, Eastern and Southern Districts of California (1983). Educated at University of California, Davis School of Law (J.D., 1983) and University of California at Santa Barbara (B.A., 1980). Active member of Santa Barbara County Bar Association State Bar of California Barristers Club of Santa Barbara. Serands clients in Santa Barbara, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Philip Griffith is a lawyer practicing litigation, business law, trusts & estates and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Barbara in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • James practices in Santa Barbara, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Philip Griffith's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Trusts

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Probate

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Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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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 Santa Barbara 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 Griffith

Where is James Philip Griffith's law office located?
James Philip Griffith's law practice is located in Santa Barbara, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Philip Griffith handle?
James Philip Griffith focuses on contracts, trusts, probate, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Philip Griffith practiced law?
James Philip Griffith has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did James Philip Griffith go to law school?
James Philip Griffith earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact James Philip Griffith for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of California, Davis School of Law
- 1983
B.A.
University of California at Santa Barbara
- 1980

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Central, Northern, Eastern and Southern Districts of California
Admitted: 1983

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