$ 250-400 per hour
James Joseph Salmons
also known as Jim Salmons, James Salmons
About James
Biography
The Law Offices of James J. Salmons is a boutique law firm offering personalized service, unwavering support, and an attention to detail that is unmatched. Many say it, we show it.
I'm a fairly new attorney, just a few years under my belt. But "this ain't my first rodeo" and the life experiences I have endured, I believe I can confidently say, few can match. From these life experiences and my time practicing law, we cultivate a "client experience" focused on prompt responsiveness, zealous advocacy, and a dedication to preserving the rights of our clients!
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Licensed in California for 5 years
State: California
Acquired: 2020
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Location
The Law Offices of James J. Salmons
4482 Market Street, Suite 410, Ventura, CA, 93003
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Posted by Jake | December 15, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
You couldn't Pick an attorney who cares more or will fight harder!
I can not say enough wonderful things about Compass Legal Group. Faced with a daunting custody battle over my 1 year old daughter I was lost, hurt confused and didn't have any answers or know where to turn. I had hired another firm prior to Compass Legal and they were a disaster and left me in a bad ...
James Joseph Salmons's Lawyer Endorsements
"James Joseph Salmons consistently provides clear, knowledgeable, and practical answers in Avvo’s Family Law Q&A forum. His responses reflect a deep understanding of California family law and a strong commitment to helping individuals navigate complex custody and divorce matters with confidence. He explains legal concepts in plain language and offers guidance that is both accurate and empathetic. I’m pleased to endorse Mr. Salmons as a skilled and dedicated California family law attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known James for many years and have always been impressed with his law knowledge, zealous advocacy for his clients, and true professionalism."
"Sometimes after only a few answers it is easy to evaluate a colleague. I have just reviewed one such answer from attorney Salmons. Accurate, full of analysis, and customized to the needs of the Avvo asker. These are exactly the qualities that every client would look for when hiring an attorney."
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Experience
Honors
2009
Navy Achievement Medal, U.S. Marine Corps Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 24
2004
Navy Achievement Medal, U.S. Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 4
Work Experience
2020 - Present
Attorney, The Law Offices of James J. Salmons
2012 - Present
Regional Environmental Officer, Department of the Interior
2001 - 2009
Aviation Electronics Technician/Logistics Management Specialist, United States Navy
Associations
2020 - Present
CAALAMember
2004 - Present
Veterans of Foreign WarsMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Grandparent Visitation
I lost. The Constitutional presumptions of fit parents, combined with the parents joining in opposition, was apparently sufficient to convince the Judge that visitation was not in the child's best interest.
Education
2019
Santa Barbara & Ventura Colleges of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2016
University of La Verne
MBA - Master of Business Administration
2015
Johns Hopkins University
MS - Master of Science
Publications
2023
No Publications to Date.
No Publications to Date.
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Hi what do I do to beat Dcfs because they want me to continue with monitored visits for my children.
07 Apr 2026
Q&A
Do I have the authority to keep my son from going to his father’s house?
06 Apr 2026
Q&A
Can I terminate my rights as a father.
05 Apr 2026