Atty. James Walter McDanel

Atty. James Walter McDanel

James Walter McDanel is a lawyer practicing general practice. James received a B.A. degree from University of South Florida in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 41 yrs experience 41 year
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About James Walter McDanel at a glance

James Walter McDanel is an attorney based in Los Angeles, California. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Admitted to practice in California (1985). Educated at Southwestern University School of Law (J.D., 1984) and University of South Florida (B.A., 1980). Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Walter McDanel is a lawyer practicing general practice
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of South Florida in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • James practices in Los Angeles, CA

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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 Los Angeles 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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James Walter McDanel's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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James Walter McDanel has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
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James Walter McDanel earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1980).
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Education

J.D.
Southwestern University School of Law
- 1984
B.A.
University of South Florida
- 1980

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1985

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