Atty. James Robert Dawe

Atty. James Robert Dawe

James Robert Dawe is a lawyer practicing administrative, land use & environmental, real property and 4 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Lehigh University in 1967, and has been licensed for 50 years.

San Diego San Diego 50 yrs experience 50 year
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About James Robert Dawe at a glance

James Robert Dawe is a Member based in San Diego, California, practicing at Seltzer Caplan McMahon Vitek. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, zoning, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court, Southern District of California (1976). Educated at University of San Diego (J.D., 1976) and Lehigh University (B.A., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of California. Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Robert Dawe is a lawyer practicing administrative, land use & environmental, real property and 4 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Lehigh University in 1967, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • James practices at Seltzer Caplan McMahon Vitek in San Diego, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Robert Dawe's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Land Use & Zoning

James Robert Dawe is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Government & Administrative Law

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

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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 San Diego 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 Dawe

Where is James Robert Dawe's law office located?
James Robert Dawe's law practice is located in San Diego, California. The firm is Seltzer Caplan McMahon Vitek. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Robert Dawe handle?
James Robert Dawe focuses on business, real estate, zoning, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Robert Dawe practiced law?
James Robert Dawe has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did James Robert Dawe go to law school?
James Robert Dawe earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1967).
How can I contact James Robert Dawe for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Robert Dawe received?
James Robert Dawe's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of San Diego
- 1976
B.A.
Lehigh University
- 1967

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Court, Southern District of California
Admitted: 1976

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