Atty. James Robert Bridges

Atty. James Robert Bridges

James Robert Bridges is a lawyer practicing business law, tax law, trusts and 1 other area of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1961, and has been licensed for 61 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 61 yrs experience 61 year
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Profile Summary

About James Robert Bridges at a glance

James Robert Bridges is a trusts, estate planning, business, and tax attorney based in San Francisco, California. They have 61+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1965. Admitted to practice in California (1965) and U.S. Tax Court (1967). Educated at University of California, Boalt Hall School of Law (J.D., 1964) and University of California at Berkeley (B.A., 1961). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James Robert Bridges is a lawyer practicing business law, tax law, trusts and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1961, and has been licensed for 61 years
  • James practices in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Robert Bridges's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

James Robert Bridges is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in California →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

James Robert Bridges is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →

Business & Corporate Law

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

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

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

James Robert Bridges is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax 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 San Francisco 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 Robert Bridges

Where is James Robert Bridges's law office located?
James Robert Bridges's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Robert Bridges handle?
James Robert Bridges focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Robert Bridges practiced law?
James Robert Bridges has 61+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1965.
Where did James Robert Bridges go to law school?
James Robert Bridges earned their education at (J.D., 1964); (B.A., 1961).
How can I contact James Robert Bridges for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Robert Bridges received?
James Robert Bridges's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of California, Boalt Hall School of Law
- 1964
B.A.
University of California at Berkeley
- 1961

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1965
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1967

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