Atty. James William Obrien

Atty. James William Obrien

James William Obrien is a lawyer. James received a B.S. degree from University of Southern California in 1949, and has been licensed for 73 years.

Irvine Irvine 73 yrs experience 73 year
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About James William Obrien at a glance

James William Obrien is a Retired Judge of CA State Bar Court based in Irvine, California, practicing at O Brien And Peterson. They have 73+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1953. Admitted to practice in California (1953). Educated at University of California Hastings College of the Law (LL.B., 1952) and University of Southern California (B.S., 1949). Active member of Orange County Bar Association. Serands clients in Irvine, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James William Obrien is a lawyer
  • James received a B.S. degree from University of Southern California in 1949, and has been licensed for 73 years
  • James practices at O'Brien & Peterson in Irvine, CA

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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 Irvine 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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Where is James William Obrien's law office located?
James William Obrien's law practice is located in Irvine, California. The firm is O Brien And Peterson. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has James William Obrien practiced law?
James William Obrien has 73+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1953.
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James William Obrien earned their education at (LL.B., 1952); (B.S., 1949).
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Education

LL.B.
University of California Hastings College of the Law
- 1952
B.S.
University of Southern California
- 1949

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1953

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