Atty. James R. Schwartz

Atty. James R. Schwartz

James R. Schwartz is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & debt, real estate, administrative law and 4 other areas of law.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About James R. Schwartz at a glance

James R. Schwartz is a Partner, Healthcare Industry, Not-For-Profit Organizations based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Manatt Phelps And Phillips Llp. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on real estate, bankruptcy, government, and health care. Admitted to practice in California Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals U.S. District Court for the Central, Northern, and Eastern (1972) and Washington (1990). Educated at University of California, Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law (J.D., 1971) and University of California, Berkeley (A.B. Political, 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Membership Activities Admitted to practice in California, U, S, and District Court for the Central, Northern, and Eastern Districts of California, and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James R. Schwartz is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & debt, real estate, administrative law and 4 other areas of law
  • James received a A.B. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1968, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • James practices at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James R. Schwartz's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James R. Schwartz 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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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

James R. Schwartz is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in California →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

James R. Schwartz is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in California →

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

James R. Schwartz is one of 66,735 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care 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 Los Angeles 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. Schwartz

Where is James R. Schwartz's law office located?
James R. Schwartz's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Manatt Phelps And Phillips Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James R. Schwartz handle?
James R. Schwartz focuses on real estate, bankruptcy, government, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James R. Schwartz practiced law?
James R. Schwartz has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did James R. Schwartz go to law school?
James R. Schwartz earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (A.B. Political, 1968).
How can I contact James R. Schwartz for a consultation?
You can contact James R. Schwartz directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James R. Schwartz received?
James R. Schwartz's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of California, Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law
- 1971
A.B. Political
University of California, Berkeley
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals U.S. District Court for the Central, Northern, and Eastern
Admitted: 1972
Washington
Admitted: 1990

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