Atty. James W. Bishop

Atty. James W. Bishop

James W. Bishop is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, business litigation, estate planning and 3 other areas of law.

Laguna Beach Laguna Beach 47 yrs experience 47 year
Call (626) 268-1613 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James W. Bishop at a glance

James W. Bishop is a Member based in Laguna Beach, California, practicing at Bishop And Warren. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, bankruptcy, workers comp, and securities. Admitted to practice in California (1979). Educated at Western State University (J.D., 1977) and California State University at Long Beach (B.S., 1969). Serands clients in Laguna Beach, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James W. Bishop is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, business litigation, estate planning and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from California State University at Long Beach in 1969, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • James practices at Bishop & Warren in Laguna Beach, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James W. Bishop's Areas of Practice

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

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 W. Bishop is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

James W. Bishop is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

James W. Bishop is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in California →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

James W. Bishop is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in California →

Securities Law

James W. Bishop is one of 64,529 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities 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 Laguna Beach 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 W. Bishop

Where is James W. Bishop's law office located?
James W. Bishop's law practice is located in Laguna Beach, California. The firm is Bishop And Warren. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James W. Bishop handle?
James W. Bishop focuses on estate planning, business, bankruptcy, workers comp, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James W. Bishop practiced law?
James W. Bishop has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did James W. Bishop go to law school?
James W. Bishop earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.S., 1969).
How can I contact James W. Bishop for a consultation?
You can contact James W. Bishop 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.

Education

J.D.
Western State University
- 1977
B.S.
California State University at Long Beach
- 1969

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1979

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