Atty. James Thomas Hammer

Atty. James Thomas Hammer

Mr. James Thomas Hammer is a lawyer practicing commercial, contracts & agreements, complex cases and 2 other areas of law.

San Francisco San Francisco 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About James Thomas Hammer at a glance

James Thomas Hammer is an Attorney based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Jim Hammer - Attorney at Law. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, and adr. Admitted to practice in California (1986) and District of Columbia (2006). Educated at Hastings College of Law, University of California (J.D., 1986) and University of California, Berkeley (A.B., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of California. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. James Thomas Hammer is a lawyer practicing commercial, contracts & agreements, complex cases and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a A.B. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • James practices at Jim Hammer - Attorney at Law in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Thomas Hammer's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Business & Corporate Law

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Mediation & Arbitration

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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 San Francisco 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 Hammer

Where is James Thomas Hammer's law office located?
James Thomas Hammer's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Jim Hammer - Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Thomas Hammer handle?
James Thomas Hammer focuses on contracts, business, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Thomas Hammer practiced law?
James Thomas Hammer has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did James Thomas Hammer go to law school?
James Thomas Hammer earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (A.B., 1983).
How can I contact James Thomas Hammer for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Thomas Hammer received?
James Thomas Hammer's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Hastings College of Law, University of California
- 1986
A.B.
University of California, Berkeley
- 1983

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1986
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2006

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