Atty. James Thomas Derfler

Atty. James Thomas Derfler

James Thomas Derfler practices at Walsh Lea Furcolo LLP Read Full Bio

San Diego San Diego 31 yrs experience 31 year
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James Thomas Derfler is a Partner based in San Diego, California, practicing at Walsh Lea Furcolo Llp. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Admitted to practice in State Bar of California (1995). Educated at Thomas Jefferson School of Law (J.D., 1994) and Pennsylvania State University (B.S. George, 1976). Active member of State Bar of California San Diego County Bar Association. Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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James Thomas Derfler practices at Walsh Lea Furcolo LLP Read Full Bio

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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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James Thomas Derfler's law practice is located in San Diego, California. The firm is Walsh Lea Furcolo Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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James Thomas Derfler has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
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James Thomas Derfler earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.S. George, 1976).
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Education

J.D.
Thomas Jefferson School of Law
- 1994
B.S. George
Pennsylvania State University
- 1976

Bar Admissions

State Bar of California
Admitted: 1995

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