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James Melvin Taylor

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  • Banning, CA
  • Licensed for 19 years
James Melvin Taylor
James Melvin Taylor
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About James

Experienced, Respected, Aggressive Criminal Defense Attorney. Call to See What Your Options Are!

"Mr. Taylor is very humble and dedicated to you. He is very straightforward and will explain to the best of his abilities regarding your case. You can see his integrity when working with him and he will not give up fighting for you! I was very pleased how he treated me and his work ethic, I will definitely recommend him to others in the future. Thank you Mr. Taylor."

 

I went to college, Cal Poly Pomona and then to Law School, Western State COL, and I was fortunate enough to pass the California State Bar Exam the first time. I opened the door's to my office in September of 2000 and they have been open ever since.

 

I am a criminal defense attorney through and through. I have been practicing law for well over a decade. During that time I have helped thousands of clients resolve their matters. I have trial experience with cases ranging from Petty Theft to Special Circumstance Murder. I am a successful trial attorney with several Not Guilty's in my career.

 

Since losing family members to cancer, I am a strong advocate for Medical Marijuana and as such, I have a niche' in the defense of Medical Marijuana cases as well as Consulting in the area of Medical Marijauna.

Practice areas

Domestic violenceViolent crimeDUI and DWICriminal defense
  1. Criminal defense: 50%

  2. DUI and DWI: 25%

  3. Violent crime: 15%

  4. Domestic violence: 10%

Languages spoken

English

Client's Choice 2015
Client's Choice 2014

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Contact

66 W Ramsey St
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66 W Ramsey St
Banning, CA, 92220-4902

Office (951) 849-2081

Website

http://JamesMTaylorLaw.com

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
CAActive200001/20/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers26
Legal guides0
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Top 100 Trial LawyerThe National Trial Lawyers2016
Top 100 Trial LawyersThe National Trial Lawyers2015
Clients Choice AwardAVVO2015
Superb LawyerAVVO2015
Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2015
Clients' ChoiceAVVO2014
Top 100 Trial LawyersThe National Trial Lawyers2014
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
FounderLaw Office of James M. Taylor2000 - Present
Master Automotive TechnicianVW Dealerships1984 - 1989
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
California DUI Lawyers AssociationAttorney Member2013 - Present
National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana LawsAttorney Member2005 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersAttorney Member2004 - Present
San Bernardino County Bar AssociationAttorney Member2002 - Present
Riverside County Bar AssociationAttorney Member2001 - Present
California Attorneys for Criminal JusticeMember2001 - Present
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
LINKEDINSO YOU WANT TO START A MEDICAL MARIJUANA DISPENSARY...2015
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Western State University College of LawJD - Juris Doctor1999
California State Polytechnic University, PomonaUndergraduate1995
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
People v. K.J.Pled to Accessory; Released on Probation
People v. B.T.Case Dismissed. Client Not Held to Answer at Preliminary Hearing.
People v. J.M.Not Guilty all counts

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EXCELLENT ATTORNEY

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We needed some help, we contacted James Taylor, he was very professional , we never had to step foot in court, he even came to us to sign papers and go over court case. We would recommend him as an attorney to every one. Was very impressed.
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He is a fantastic lawyer and a great person

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If you're looking for a very good lawyer who is very honest and will always put what's best for you 1st then Mr. Taylor is the lawyer you want. He also returns all phone calls. Thanks Mr. Taylor for a job well done. Jim from Hemet

Thank you!

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James is a honest and very knowledgeable lawyer! I will recommend him to anyone in need of a great lawyer! He has been there for me before court and even checked on me after court was over. Thank you so much James!
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The Best Attorney

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James was there for me when I needed a lawyer to defend me. He listened to my problems and comforted me when I had no one. I recommend him for your defense. He is the best!
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Thank You!!!

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I hired James to help me with a felony case. He paid close attention to the details of my case and from the get go he told me to not worry and that he would do everything he could to help me. From that day he made me feel at peace with myself. James explained how the DA operates and he was able to work out a deal that saved me from being incarcerated. I never lost faith in James. I will highly recommend hiring James as your attorney. Thanks Again James...
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Great Lawyer

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Mr. Taylor is very humble and dedicated to you. He is very straightforward and will explain to the best of his abilities regarding your case. You can see his integrity when working with him and he will not give up fighting for you! I was very pleased how he treated me and his work ethic, I will definitely recommend him to others in the future. Thank you Mr. Taylor.
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Best criminal lawyer

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I can’t say enough nice things about attorney James Taylor. In December of 2017 my world was turned upside down. I returned from work to find my husband had been incarcerated on some very serious charges. What now? I was living in banning at the time and a good friend of mine referred me to a few attorneys (Mr.Taylor being one of them) I left a message with Mr. Taylor’s answering service around 10:00 pm that same night, not even 15 minutes later I received a call from him directly. He calmed me down and walked me through what was ahead of me. The next morning before 11:00 am he had the retainer agreement drafted up and was ready to get to work on our case oh and on top of that he went to see my husband and talk with him that SAME day!! He is speedy and prompt. On top up everything! Throughout the whole process he walked us through every step and made it so easy. Here we are a year later and my husband is home and back to work. The outcome of the case was great. He did an excellent job through and through. If you are in need of a criminal defense lawyer I’m telling you, Mr. Taylor is the way to go!! I can’t express my gratitude enough. Professional and prompt. With a lot of experience and a passion for what he does. Thank you sooooo much!!
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Highly recommend

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I had the best experience with James Taylor as my lawyer. He handled all my cases I was looking at a lot of time and he jumped on my cases immediately. He stayed up long hours of the night working on my cases did everything he could to keep me out of prison gave me all the right advice I needed and fought hard for me. If I didn't have a way to court he would come pick he up to make sure I got there. He is always available on his phone and to meet if needed. If he missed my call he would call back within the hour or text to let me know he was In court. Ie kept me in the loop. He is well known in the court house they all love him. When he wasn't happy with the terms and conditions he even went as far as going into the judges chambers and wasn't going to leave till he got what he wanted. I was very happy with the outcome and I now get another chance at my life and to be with my children. I definitely recommend if you want a good lawyer To fight for you he is the guy!
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Professionalism. Honesty. Integrity. Simply the Best

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My Dad and our family was facing a very tough situation when Mr. James Taylor stepped in. He was recommended to us by a trusted family friend who was also an attorney. We were so glad that we hired him and had him on our side. He answered all our questions and responded quickly when we called, texted, or emailed. He worked tirelessly for our loved one, even on weekends and late Sunday nights answering questions. He was honest, genuinely cared for our loved one, worked out a great disposition especially with what we were facing. It’s not about the money with him. He is all about professionalism, integrity and be there when you needed the most. Our family will always be grateful for all of his efforts. He is simply the best, in my opinion, and I would highly recommend him and him alone to anyone.
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Great lawyer!

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I contacted James about a ticket I received a few years back. Come to find out I also had a ticket and bench warrant from many years before that. He was very helpful and informative about my situation and went above and beyond to help me out and avoid jail time. He took the time to explain everything and was very flexible with my schedule. Got everything taken care of and now i can continue on with my life. I Highly recommend James M Taylor. Thank you for everything.
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Walter Hnot,, Social security Attorney on Apr 10, 2017
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James is an excellent attorney committed to providing the highest quality representation to clients. I endorse this attorney without reservation.

Philip Kassel

I endorse this lawyer.i have been a lawyer for nearly 30 years .i have never met a more ethical and competent lawyer.greg kassel ,esq

Amir Soleimanian, DUI and DWI Attorney on Nov 2, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer.

David Beyersdorf, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 10, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.

Steven Sanchez, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 8, 2015
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I highly recommend James Taylor. He is ethical, aggressive, and a true advocate for justice. James should be your attorney if you are charged with a crime.

Eugene Carson, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 7, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. I have known James Taylor for many years. I have seen him get his clients great results time and time again. You are in good hands with James.

Graham Donath, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 29, 2015
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I've known James Taylor for several years and have seen him in court on a regular basis. He is a fantastic advocate for his clients, and cares deeply about the outcome of their cases. I highly recommend him.

Nicole Winter

I have known James for over 10 years and I have had the honor to work as opposing counsel to James when I was a prosecutor. He is one of the most hardworking, dedicated and compassionate attorneys I have ever met. He is diligent in every aspect of his representation of clients. I strongly endorse James!

Daniel Tripathi, Litigation Attorney on Sep 23, 2015
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I endorse James Taylor. We worked together on a complex multi-defendant gang case. He is a top notch attorney. His clients like him and his legal opponents respect him greatly. He is a credit to the legal profession.

Thomas Spivack, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 31, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. It is very clear from his many years of experience and his contributions that Mr. Taylor is extremely knowledgeable and highly competent. I wouldn't hesitate recommending him.

Patrick Silva, DUI and DWI Attorney on Dec 26, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Taylor has the unique ability to "pull a rabbit out of his hat". What does that mean? Well, when the cards are stacked against your client and everyone thinks that he is guilty, then BOOM! James Taylor walks his client out of the courtroom with a Not Guilty verdict. Mr. Taylor even got a Not Guilty verdict when his client made a taped confession to a murder charge. Mr. Taylor is the master during trial! Why is Mr. Taylor so successful? I believe that his success starts with the compassion that he has for his clients and the fact that he takes every case personally and vows to do his very best for every client.

James Dicks, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 29, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer.This lawyer has an expertise in DUI defense. By attending DUI seminars throughout the year to keep up on the latest in the law, field sobriety testing, blood testing, and breath testing, this attorney is an asset to the clients. This lawyer is a member of the California DUI Lawyers Association. I endorse this lawyer.

Christian Lassen, Life insurance Attorney on Oct 29, 2013
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Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.

Mark McDonald, DUI and DWI Attorney on Oct 3, 2013
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I have known James "JT" for years. He is an attorney who has always represented his clients with vigor and legal expertise.

Joshua Visco

James is a strong advocate for his clients. He is aggressive and gets excellent results. I have personally seen him in action, and endorse him without hesitation.

Christopher Harmon

I endorse this lawyer. I have known and worked alongside James for several years and know him to be an exceptional lawyer who fights aggressively for his clients.

James Knox, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 31, 2012
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Mr. Taylor is a vigorous defense attorney who fights for his clients. He has practiced in Southern California for over 12 years. I personally witnessed Mr. Taylor in court, in trial and negotiating on behalf of his clients. He is respected by his colleagues and the judicial officers in our courts. I endorse Mr. Taylor.

Victor Marshall, Violent crime Attorney on Jun 27, 2011
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I endorse this lawyer. Fearless and Relentless describes Mr. Taylor. He is a fine attorney who works on his craft and tries many serious cases. He has earned a wonderful reputation in the community for his work and I am personally impressed with him.