James Henry Cordes

James Henry Cordes

also known as Jim Cordes

4.8
Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 31 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at Santa Barbara, CA
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Wrongful Termination

831 State Street., Suite 205, Santa Barbara, CA

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 31 years

State: California

Acquired: 1994

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James H. Cordes

831 State Street., Suite 205, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

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James Henry Cordes's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Lawsuits & Disputes

Posted by anonymous | February 11, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

solid performer

The man knows the game and fought hard on my case. im thankful for whoever referred me to Mr Cordes

Posted by anonymous | January 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Providing Strength and Stability during a very difficult time period

I came to James in a rather difficult time period in my life and he exceeded all of my expectations. He was thoughtful, intelligent and thorough. He was able to resolve my case in a reasonable amount of time obtaining a more than fair resolution. I hope that I never have to hire another lawyer but... if I do I will certainly use Jim again.

Posted by Marie-Christine | February 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellence in Law Practice

There are numerous lawyers in Santa Barbara and I needed one for the first time in my life. James Cordes made me one of his happy clients. Beginning with the first encounter, I knew we were going to have a positive collaboration. He listened patiently while I narrated my story. He demonstrated in...terest by asking pertinent questions. Mr. Cordes maintained a professional endeavor throughout our collaboration and explained in details his strategy to succeed. He was always accommodating to facilitate our meetings by being accessible by phone, e-mails and in person. Mr. Cordes demonstrated a deep understanding of the situation and the steps needed to optimize a positive outcome. His genuine warm and friendly personality made me at ease during stressful situations like depositions and court appearance. Mrs Cordes has my gratitude and respect. I have already recommended him to my friends.

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Robert Torres

Employment and labor lawyer | Mar 27

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. I have know Jim since our days at UCLA. I know he is intellectually brilliant and a great attorney. He and I have "talked shop" about various employment law issues and I have always been impressed with his astute analysis of complex situations. I recommend him highly for any kind of discrimination, harassment or wage & hour case."

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Kristi Rothschild

Employment and labor lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jim has a depth of knowledge, backed by trial skill and litigation experience nearly unmatched in the tri-county area. If you have a legal question in employment law, he is the go-to person."

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Calvin Chang

Employment and labor lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Travis Logue

Employment and labor lawyer | Nov 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Jim is an outstanding attorney. All employment law cases that come across my desk get referred to him. I hear nothing but excellent feedback from my referrals."

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Steven Rubin

Employment and labor lawyer | Dec 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jon-Erik Storm

Employment and labor lawyer | Dec 18

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Michelle Reinglass

Employment and labor lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Employment and labor lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

Associations

Santa Barbara County Bar Association

Past Director

Legal Aid Foundation of Santa Barbara

Director

William L. Gordon American Inn of Court

Barristers Club of Santa Barbara

Barrister

California Employment Lawyers Association

Member

State Bar of California, Labor and Employment Law Section

Member

Education

1994

McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific

JD - Juris Doctor

1986

University of California - Los Angeles

BS - Bachelor of Science

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