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Licensed in California for 55 years
State: California
Acquired: 1971
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2014
Location
Law Offices of James Henry Pasto
4010 Hicock St, San Diego, CA, 92110-4330
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Posted by anonymous | January 19, 2014 | Criminal Defense
worst attorney ever
He was hired to defend me against a drug allegation, I was not guilty (a urinalysis proved that). I ended up paying him $1000, was found guilty, and had to attend PC1000 classes, which cost me $500, and almost my job. I would never hire him at any cost.
Posted by Rick | August 21, 2012 | Foreclosure
1 out of 5 stars
Mr. Pasto told me from our very first meeting that he was going to take my home away from me because he could and that there was nothing I could do to stop him. After several years and a lot of money he did just that. He had no reason to pursue this action but I could not afford to fight him any long...
Posted by ken | January 11, 2012
all around fantastic lawyer; always comes thru
jim has been doing work for me for about 10 years. he is 100% for his client, he doesn't play stall games for more money. keeps me informed,always takes my calls and is completely honest ( which is hard to find these days ) he has never lost for me.
Posted by Eugen | January 11, 2012
Mr. Pasto won the case for me...I was suing a very elusive defendant.
Very sharp lawyer , with a vast experience and total dedication to his profession.
Posted by Jonathan | February 26, 2010 | Litigation
Bunk
I paid James Pasto $3000 for a retainer to start my case. After several months of filing motions and arranging useless meeting, i finally asked for an itemized statement. I was then informed that i owed another $1200. Keep in mind my case has not advanced since before i hired him. He was very ill pre...
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Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2014.
Disbarment issued in CA, 2014
updated on 01/02/2015Disbarment is the most serious penalty for a lawyer. If this attorney is currently practicing law, you should contact the California State Bar to understand the reasons for disbarment.
Voluntary inactive (disciplinary) issued in CA, 2013
updated on 03/19/2014This sanction means the attorney resigned in order to avoid being disbarred, the most serious penalty for a lawyer.
Discipline with Actual Suspension issued in CA, 2012
updated on 01/20/2016This sanction means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.
Discipline with Actual Suspension issued in CA, 1982
updated on 07/12/2022This sanction means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.
Interim suspension after conviction issued in CA, 1980
updated on 05/30/2012This means the attorney temporarily lost his or her license to practice law while the State investigates whether the attorney should be disciplined. The suspension typically expires when the investigation is resolved.
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University of San Diego School of Law
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California State University, San Diego
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San Diego State Univ