Atty. James S Shih
James S Shih is a lawyer practicing commercial, family law, divorce and 20 other areas of law. James received a degree from Rutgers University College, New Brunswick NJ, and has been licensed for 15 years.
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James S Shih is an Attorney based in San Diego, California, practicing at SMS Law. They have 15+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2011. Their practice focuses on divorce, contracts, citizenship, trusts, and family law. Admitted to practice in California (2011). Educated at Rutgers University College, New Brunswick NJ University of San Diego School of Law, San Diego CA (—). Active member of San Diego County Bar Association, Los Angeles County Bar Association, North County Bar Association. Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James S Shih is a lawyer practicing commercial, family law, divorce and 20 other areas of law
- James received a degree from Rutgers University College, New Brunswick NJ, and has been licensed for 15 years
- James practices at SMS Law in San Diego, CA
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A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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James S Shih is one of 5,960 citizenship attorneys indexed nationally. Browse citizenship attorneys in California →
James S Shih is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in California →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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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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