Atty. Johnnie Alphonso James

Atty. Johnnie Alphonso James

Johnnie Alphonso James is a lawyer practicing litigation, labor & employment, civil rights. Johnnie received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 37 yrs experience 37 year
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About Johnnie Alphonso James at a glance

Johnnie Alphonso James is a Shareholder based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on employment, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in California (1989) and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1990). Educated at New York University School of Law (J.D., 1989) and University of California at Los Angeles (B.A., 1986). Active member of Los Angeles County Bar Association Minority Corporate Counsel Association. Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Johnnie Alphonso James is a lawyer practicing litigation, labor & employment, civil rights
  • Johnnie received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Johnnie practices at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Johnnie Alphonso James's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Johnnie Alphonso James

Where is Johnnie Alphonso James's law office located?
Johnnie Alphonso James's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Johnnie Alphonso James handle?
Johnnie Alphonso James focuses on employment, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Johnnie Alphonso James practiced law?
Johnnie Alphonso James has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Johnnie Alphonso James go to law school?
Johnnie Alphonso James earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1986).
How can I contact Johnnie Alphonso James for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
New York University School of Law
- 1989
B.A.
University of California at Los Angeles
- 1986

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1990

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