Atty. James Samuel Baum
James Samuel Baum is a lawyer practicing personal injury, civil litigation, civil rights and 1 other area of law. James received a B.S. degree from University of Wisconsin in 1966, and has been licensed for 54 years.
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James Samuel Baum is a Member based in Berkeley, California, practicing at Schrag And Baum. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on personal injury, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in California (1972) and U.S. Court of Claims (1974). Educated at Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California (J.D., 1972) and University of Wisconsin (B.S., 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Alameda County Bar Association State Bar of California Alameda-Contra Costa Trial Lawyers Association California Trial Lawyers Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Berkeley, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James Samuel Baum is a lawyer practicing personal injury, civil litigation, civil rights and 1 other area of law
- James received a B.S. degree from University of Wisconsin in 1966, and has been licensed for 54 years
- James practices at Schrag & Baum in Berkeley, CA
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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 Samuel Baum is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
James Samuel Baum is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
James Samuel Baum is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in California →
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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 Berkeley 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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