Atty. Ryan Matthew James

Atty. Ryan Matthew James

Ryan Matthew James is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, business law. Ryan received a degree from New York Univ SOL, New York, NY, and has been licensed for 12 years.

Menlo Park Menlo Park 12 yrs experience 12 year
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Profile Summary

About Ryan Matthew James at a glance

Ryan Matthew James is a criminal defense and business attorney based in Menlo Park, California. They have 12+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2014. Admitted to practice in Admitted to The State Bar of California (2014). Educated at New York Univ SOL, New York, NY Univ of California at Los Angeles, CA (—). Serands clients in Menlo Park, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Ryan Matthew James is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, business law
  • Ryan received a degree from New York Univ SOL, New York, NY, and has been licensed for 12 years
  • Ryan practices in Menlo Park, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Ryan Matthew James's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Business & Corporate Law

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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 Menlo Park 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

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Where is Ryan Matthew James's law office located?
Ryan Matthew James's law practice is located in Menlo Park, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ryan Matthew James handle?
Ryan Matthew James focuses on criminal defense, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Ryan Matthew James practiced law?
Ryan Matthew James has 12+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2014.
Where did Ryan Matthew James go to law school?
Ryan Matthew James earned their education at (—).
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Education

New York Univ SOL, New York, NY Univ of California at Los Angeles, CA
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Bar Admissions

Admitted to The State Bar of California
Admitted: 2014

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