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James Edward Mcnamara

James Edward Mcnamara

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1 review
Rating: 7.9

Licensed for 35 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Van Nuys, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Child Support, Child Abuse ... +6 more

14401 Sylvan St Ste 106, Van Nuys, CA

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About James

Biography

Practice Areas

9

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

We represent clients in criminal matters of all types felony and misdemeanor matters. This firm has done so for many years.

36 years | 7,500 cases

50%
Child Abuse 10%

Prior court appointed counsel for Juv. Depend. Matters involving DCFS. Only handle private matters since 2000.

36 years | 7,500 cases

10%
Child Support 10%

Helping clients obtain support and dealing in cases to reduce support as well. Also handling visitation disputes and custody disputes.

26 years | 800 cases

10%
Trusts 7%

We guide you though the process of creating and setting p a living trust or other appropriate estate planning documents.

36 years | 400 cases

7%
Juvenile Law 6%

Prior court appointed counsel in these courts for over 14 years, now only private matters since 2000.

36 years | 7,500 cases

6%
DUI and DWI 5%

Numerous cases handling DUI with both the court and the DMV

36 years | 500 cases

5%
Divorce and Separation 5%

Handling all matters involving dissolution and separation matters

26 years | 500 cases

5%
Domestic Violence 5%

Handling these matters often involves a cross over between criminal matters, DCFS, family law matters and sometimes civil disputes. These are my specialty.

36 years | 500 cases

5%
Appeals 2%

Handeling select matters over the years and in the past was a court appointed appellate counsel CAP.

32 years | 100 cases

2%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 250-350 per hour

Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 35 years

State: California

Acquired: 1990

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Location

Law Offices of James Edward Mcnamara

14401 Sylvan St Ste 106, Van Nuys, CA, 91401

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James Edward Mcnamara's Reviews

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Posted by April | March 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Professional, Smart, and Personable

James McNamara has been my attorney in several cases, most of which were last minute giving him only days to prepare. Each case ended favorably on my behalf, thanks to James' expertise, professionalism, and concern for his clients. I would recommend James to anyone, regardless of the nature of the ca...se. He does not judge you or make you feel ashamed in any way, and his knowledge of the criminal justice system is superb, which I can say from personal experience, will make you feel at ease and confident that you picked the right person to represent you in court. I give James a 5 star rating, hands down and without hesitation.

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Taylor House

Appeals lawyer | Sep 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Vincent Davis

Domestic violence lawyer | Jan 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. James is one of the best criminal defense lawyers I know in this business. He is a top notch professional and he truly care about his clients."

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Diana Aizman

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Grace Ayers

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with attorney James McNamara on several matters, and I could not be more impressed. He is sharp, thorough, and incredibly well-versed in the areas of law he practices. I fully endorse this lawyer."

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Antonio Garcia

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"James McNamara is a down to earth attorney. He is very approachable and hardworking attorney. I endorset his lawyer's work."

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Experience

Rating:  7.9 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2002 - Present

Senior Partner, McNamara & McNamara

2000 - 2002

Senior Partner, McNamara and Massey, LLC

1993 - 2000

Court Appointed Counsel on WIC 317 Panel, Law offices of James E. McNamara, Esq.

1990 - 1993

Associate, Law offices of James Gallo

1989 - 1990

Law Clerk, Santa Cruz Public Defenders Office

Associations

2002 - Present

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Member

2001 - Present

International Criminal Defence Attorneys Association

Active Member

1993 - 2003

Juvenile Courts Bar Association, LACBA

Member

Education

N/A

University of La Verne College of Law

law

N/A

California St Univ Northridge

undergraduate

Languages

Spanish

Activity

31

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Restraining order evasion

30 Jan 2013
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I have to surrender to LA County jail for a 2 week sentence starting 2/1/13. How much of my sentence am I likely to do?

29 Jan 2013
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Hit and run, minimal damage. Can I be arrested or get Jail time? clean record, and 1st ever offense.

18 Jan 2013
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