Atty. James R. Parrett

Atty. James R. Parrett

James Parrett received a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry from San Diego State University in 1978. He attended graduate school in chemistry from 1978 through 1980 and entered law school thereafter.

Riverside Riverside 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About James R. Parrett at a glance

James R. Parrett is a Special Counsel based in Riverside, California, practicing at Thompson & Colegate LLP. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, product liability, litigation, and health care. Admitted to practice in California (1984), United States District Court for the Central District of California (1985), and United States Supreme Court (1988). Educated at Western State University - College of Law (JD, 1983) and San Diego State University (BS, 1978). Serands clients in Riverside, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Parrett received a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry from San Diego State University in 1978
  • He attended graduate school in chemistry from 1978 through 1980 and entered law school thereafter
  • Jim received his Juris Doctor degree from Western State University in 1983
  • In addition to the State Bar of California, James Parrett is admitted to practice in all courts of the State of California, the U.S
  • District Court, Central District of California, and the U.S
  • Supreme Court
  • He has tried in excess of 40 cases to verdict

Practice Areas Explained

James R. Parrett's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

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Product Liability

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Health Care 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 Riverside 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 R. Parrett

Where is James R. Parrett's law office located?
James R. Parrett's law practice is located in Riverside, California. The firm is Thompson & Colegate LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James R. Parrett handle?
James R. Parrett focuses on medical malpractice, product liability, litigation, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James R. Parrett practiced law?
James R. Parrett has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did James R. Parrett go to law school?
James R. Parrett earned their education at (JD, 1983); (BS, 1978).
How can I contact James R. Parrett for a consultation?
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Education

JD
Western State University - College of Law
- 1983
BS
San Diego State University
- 1978

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1984
United States District Court for the Central District of California
Admitted: 1985
United States Supreme Court
Admitted: 1988

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