Atty. James William Griffin

Atty. James William Griffin

James William Griffin is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, worker's compensation. James received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1987, and has been licensed for 33 years.

Oakland Oakland 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About James William Griffin at a glance

James William Griffin is an Associate based in Oakland, California, practicing at Cohen and Associates. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on workers comp. Admitted to practice in California (1993) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1993). Educated at University of Santa Clara School of Law (J.D., 1993) and University of California at Berkeley (B.A., 1987). Active member of Bar Association of San Francisco State Bar of California San Francisco Industrial Claims Association. Serands clients in Oakland, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James William Griffin is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, worker's compensation
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1987, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • James practices at Cohen and Associates in Oakland, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James William Griffin's Areas of Practice

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

Workers Compensation

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

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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 Oakland 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 William Griffin

Where is James William Griffin's law office located?
James William Griffin's law practice is located in Oakland, California. The firm is Cohen and Associates. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James William Griffin handle?
James William Griffin focuses on workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James William Griffin practiced law?
James William Griffin has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did James William Griffin go to law school?
James William Griffin earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1987).
How can I contact James William Griffin for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Santa Clara School of Law
- 1993
B.A.
University of California at Berkeley
- 1987

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1993
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1993

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