Atty. James W. Rushford

Atty. James W. Rushford

Deputy District Attorney, County of Ventura, 1980-1981. Minority Consultant to Senate Judiciary Committee, 1981-1983; Judge Pro Tem and Panel of Arbitrators, Sacramento County Superior Court.

Roseville Roseville 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About James W. Rushford at a glance

James W. Rushford is a Retired Partner based in Roseville, California, practicing at Gurnee Mason Rushford Bonotto Forestiere Llp. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, real estate, construction, and estate litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1979), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California (1979), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1983), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1998). Educated at University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law (J.D., 1979) and California State University at Sacramento (B.A. Government, 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Sacramento County Bar Association State Bar of California Northern California Association of Defense Counsel Defense Research Institute American Board of Trial Advocates. Serands clients in Roseville, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Deputy District Attorney, County of Ventura, 1980-1981
  • Minority Consultant to Senate Judiciary Committee, 1981-1983
  • Judge Pro Tem and Panel of Arbitrators, Sacramento County Superior Court
  • Commissioner, California Fair Political Practices Commission, 1993-1997
  • Bipartisan California Commission on Internet Political Practices, 1993
  • Licensed Real Estate Broker

Practice Areas Explained

James W. Rushford's Areas of Practice

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

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.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Construction Law

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Estate & Trust Litigation

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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 Roseville 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. Rushford

Where is James W. Rushford's law office located?
James W. Rushford's law practice is located in Roseville, California. The firm is Gurnee Mason Rushford Bonotto Forestiere Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James W. Rushford handle?
James W. Rushford focuses on personal injury, business, real estate, construction, estate litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James W. Rushford practiced law?
James W. Rushford has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did James W. Rushford go to law school?
James W. Rushford earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A. Government, 1975).
How can I contact James W. Rushford for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James W. Rushford received?
James W. Rushford's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law
- 1979
B.A. Government
California State University at Sacramento
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1998

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