Atty. James Vincent Telfer

Atty. James Vincent Telfer

Mr. James Vincent Telfer is a lawyer practicing employment, pensions and benefits, employee benefits and executive compensation and 3 other areas of law.

San Francisco San Francisco 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About James Vincent Telfer at a glance

James Vincent Telfer is a Partner based in San Francisco, California, practicing at DLA Piper LLP. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on employment, tax, and employment contracts. Admitted to practice in California (1988) and District of Columbia (1989). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (LL.M. Tax, 1991) and San Diego State University (B.S. Public, 1983). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of State Bar of California The District of Columbia Bar American Bar Association. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Mr. James Vincent Telfer is a lawyer practicing employment, pensions and benefits, employee benefits and executive compensation and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from San Diego State University in 1983, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • James practices at DLA Piper LLP in San Francisco, CA and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

James Vincent Telfer's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Employment Contracts

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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 Vincent Telfer

Where is James Vincent Telfer's law office located?
James Vincent Telfer's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is DLA Piper LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Vincent Telfer handle?
James Vincent Telfer focuses on employment, tax, employment contracts. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Vincent Telfer practiced law?
James Vincent Telfer has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did James Vincent Telfer go to law school?
James Vincent Telfer earned their education at (LL.M. Tax, 1991); (B.S. Public, 1983).
How can I contact James Vincent Telfer for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Vincent Telfer received?
James Vincent Telfer's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

LL.M. Tax
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1991
B.S. Public
San Diego State University
- 1983

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1988
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1989

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