Atty. James Thomas Canfield

Atty. James Thomas Canfield

James Thomas Canfield is a lawyer practicing patent litigation, trial practice, federal civil litigation and 1 other area of law. James Thomas received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1979, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Mountain View Mountain View 42 yrs experience 42 year
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About James Thomas Canfield at a glance

James Thomas Canfield is a patent, litigation, and appellate attorney based in Mountain View, California. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1984), New York (1986), and California (1992). Educated at University of Notre Dame (J.D. Philosophy, 1984) and University of Notre Dame (B.A. Philosophy, 1979). Serands clients in Mountain View, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Thomas Canfield is a lawyer practicing patent litigation, trial practice, federal civil litigation and 1 other area of law
  • James Thomas received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1979, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • James Thomas practices in Mountain View, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Thomas Canfield's Areas of Practice

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

Patent Law

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Civil Litigation

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Appellate Practice

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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 Mountain View 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 Thomas Canfield

Where is James Thomas Canfield's law office located?
James Thomas Canfield's law practice is located in Mountain View, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Thomas Canfield handle?
James Thomas Canfield focuses on patent, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Thomas Canfield practiced law?
James Thomas Canfield has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did James Thomas Canfield go to law school?
James Thomas Canfield earned their education at (J.D. Philosophy, 1984); (B.A. Philosophy, 1979).
How can I contact James Thomas Canfield for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. Philosophy
University of Notre Dame
- 1984
B.A. Philosophy
University of Notre Dame
- 1979

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1984
New York
Admitted: 1986
California
Admitted: 1992

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