Atty. James S. Bright

Atty. James S. Bright

James S. Bright practices at Bright and Brown Read Full Bio

Glendale Glendale 51 yrs experience 51 year
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About James S. Bright at a glance

James S. Bright is a Member based in Glendale, California, practicing at Bright And Brown. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, environmental, and energy. Admitted to practice in California (1975), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1976), U.S. District Court, Northern, Eastern and Southern Districts of California (1980), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1987). Educated at Loyola University of Los Angeles (J.D., 1975) and University of Southern California (B.S., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Los Angeles County (Member, Section on: Litigation) and American (Member, Sections on: Litigation Natural Resources Law) Bar Associations State Bar of California. Serands clients in Glendale, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

James S. Bright practices at Bright and Brown Read Full Bio

Practice Areas Explained

James S. Bright's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Environmental Law

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Energy & Utilities 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 Glendale 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 S. Bright

Where is James S. Bright's law office located?
James S. Bright's law practice is located in Glendale, California. The firm is Bright And Brown. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James S. Bright handle?
James S. Bright focuses on business, litigation, environmental, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James S. Bright practiced law?
James S. Bright has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did James S. Bright go to law school?
James S. Bright earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.S., 1971).
How can I contact James S. Bright for a consultation?
You can contact James S. Bright 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 S. Bright received?
James S. Bright's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Loyola University of Los Angeles
- 1975
B.S.
University of Southern California
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Northern, Eastern and Southern Districts of California
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas
Admitted: 1989

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