Atty. James Robert Colgan

Atty. James Robert Colgan

James Robert Colgan is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, environmental law, toxic tort and 1 other area of law. James received a B.Mus. degree from Morehead State University in 1970, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Richmond Richmond 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About James Robert Colgan at a glance

James Robert Colgan is a personal injury, environmental, and appellate attorney based in Richmond, California. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Admitted to practice in California (1989). Educated at John F. Kennedy University (J.D., 1989) and Morehead State University (B.Mus. San, 1970). Serands clients in Richmond, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Robert Colgan is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, environmental law, toxic tort and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.Mus. degree from Morehead State University in 1970, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • James practices in Richmond, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Robert Colgan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Robert Colgan 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 Robert Colgan is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

James Robert Colgan is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in California →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

James Robert Colgan is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate 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 Richmond 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 Colgan

Where is James Robert Colgan's law office located?
James Robert Colgan's law practice is located in Richmond, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Robert Colgan handle?
James Robert Colgan focuses on personal injury, environmental, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Robert Colgan practiced law?
James Robert Colgan has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did James Robert Colgan go to law school?
James Robert Colgan earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.Mus. San, 1970).
How can I contact James Robert Colgan for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
John F. Kennedy University
- 1989
B.Mus. San
Morehead State University
- 1970

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1989

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