Atty. James Thomas Wilson

Atty. James Thomas Wilson

James Thomas Wilson is a lawyer practicing criminal trial, personal injury, probate and estate planning and 3 other areas of law. James received a A.A. degree from Pasadena City College in 1963, and has been licensed for 57 years.

Visalia Visalia 57 yrs experience 57 year
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Profile Summary

About James Thomas Wilson at a glance

James Thomas Wilson is a Partner based in Visalia, California, practicing at Wilson & Altschule. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on probate, medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in California U.S. Supreme Court U.S., Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. District Court, Eastern Dis (1969). Educated at University of Southern California (J.D. Accounting, 1968) and Pasadena City College (A.A. University, 1963). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Tulare County Bar Association State Bar of California Tulare County Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Visalia, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Thomas Wilson is a lawyer practicing criminal trial, personal injury, probate and estate planning and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a A.A. degree from Pasadena City College in 1963, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • James practices at Wilson & Altschule in Visalia, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Thomas Wilson's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

James Thomas Wilson is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in California →

Personal Injury

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 Thomas Wilson is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

James Thomas Wilson is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in California →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

James Thomas Wilson is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →

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 Visalia 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 Wilson

Where is James Thomas Wilson's law office located?
James Thomas Wilson's law practice is located in Visalia, California. The firm is Wilson & Altschule. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Thomas Wilson handle?
James Thomas Wilson focuses on probate, medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Thomas Wilson practiced law?
James Thomas Wilson has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did James Thomas Wilson go to law school?
James Thomas Wilson earned their education at (J.D. Accounting, 1968); (A.A. University, 1963).
How can I contact James Thomas Wilson for a consultation?
You can contact James Thomas Wilson directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James Thomas Wilson received?
James Thomas Wilson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Accounting
University of Southern California
- 1968
A.A. University
Pasadena City College
- 1963

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California U.S. Supreme Court U.S., Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. District Court, Eastern Dis
Admitted: 1969

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