James Allan Nations

James Allan Nations

5.0
Rating: 1.0

Licensed for 43 years

Bankruptcy and debt Lawyer at Alameda, CA
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt, Contracts & Agreements, Securities & Investment Fraud ... +2 more

1070 Marina Village Parkway, Suite 201, Alameda, CA

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2014
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About James

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Bankruptcy and Debt 20%

Debtor and Creditor Representation, Chap. 7, 11 and 13 - particularly in regard to Real Estate Matters and Adversary Proceedings

20 years | 30 cases

20%
Business 20%

Business Formation, Governance, Financing, Buy/Sell Agreements, M&A, Dissolution, Contracts

44 years | 500 cases

20%
Contracts and Agreements 20%

General Contracts; Real Estate; Employment; IP; Sales; Distribution; Securities; Business; Agency.

44 years | 750 cases

20%
Corporate and Incorporation 20%

Business Formation, Governance and Advice

44 years | 200 cases

20%
Securities and Investment Fraud 20%

Business and Securities Fraud Litigation

44 years | 200 cases

20%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 22 years

State: California

Acquired: 2003

Disbarred

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2014

Licensed in Colorado for 43 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 1982

Administrative - Not Authorized to Practice

Location

Nations & Lockhart

1070 Marina Village Parkway, Suite 201, Alameda, CA, 94501

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James Allan Nations's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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Posted by audaciousfun | February 03, 2011 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Excellent and Knowledgeable Attorney

Mr. Nations is a tremendously competent attorney who provides thorough counsel on bankruptcy matters. His advocacy, knowledge and skill are extensive and effective in removing much of the fear often associated with filing for bankruptcy. Additionally, Mr. Nations is pleasure to speak with. I highly r...ecommend Mr. Nations to anyone finding themselves in search of an experienced bankruptcy attorney.

Posted by Lisa | March 11, 2010

Excellent representation.

I needed an attorney to represent me, and James Nations came to the rescue. He always kept me in the loop about everything that was happening in the case, and he fought to protect my rights. I know for a fact that I definitely gained more respect and validity having obtained the right attorney for ...my situation.

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James Allan Nations's Lawyer Endorsements

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Eric Chomsky

Real estate lawyer | Mar 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Jim is an extremely bright and very knowledgable attorney who is also grounded with common sense and substantial business experience."

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Guy Chism

Real estate lawyer | Aug 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jim is a leader and a very kind and compassionate person. Jim is a conservative and competent lawyer whom I trust. To trust a lawyer says more than anything that can be put in print. I count myself lucky to call this guy my friend!!"

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Stanley Lockhart

Securities and investment fraud lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Known and worked with Jim on start-ups, trusts, and foreclosure defense. Professional, knowledgeable, and I trust him. Stan Lockhart, Attny"

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Eric Chomsky

Personal injury lawyer

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Guy Chism

Chapter 11 bankruptcy lawyer

Experience

Rating:  1.0 (Extreme Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2014.

Disbarment issued in CA, 2014

updated on 10/09/2014

Disbarment 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.

Discipline with Actual Suspension issued in CA, 2013

updated on 01/20/2016

This 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.

Honors

1990

Outstanding Businessman, Who's Who In American Business

1984

Outstanding Young Attorney, Who's Who In American Law

Work Experience

2003 - Present

Partner, Nations & Lockhart

2005 - 2008

Associate Broker, Gallagher & Lindsey

2005 - 2009

CEO, California First Mortgage

2001 - 2006

Founder, Slim Devices, Inc.

2000 - 2002

CEO, PocketPass.com

1998 - 2001

President, IntraCom Corp.

1995 - 1997

Director Market Development, Coherent Medical

1992 - 1994

Ex. V.P., Ecology Control Industries

1987 - 1992

CEO, Ultrans, Inc

1984 - 1987

Associate, O"Connor & Hannan

1982 - 1984

Associate Attorney, Fishman, Geman, Gersh and Bursiek

Associations

2003 - Present

State Bar of California, Real Property Law Section

Member

2003 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

2003 - Present

Alameda County Bar Association

1986 - 1989

Lodestar Research, Inc.

Board of Directors

1982 - 1997

Colorado Bar Association

Member

1970 - 1974

Northwest YMCA

Member, Board of Directors

Education

N/A

UC Berkeley SOL Boalt Hall

law

N/A

Univ of California Berkeley

undergraduate

Speaking Engagements

2010

Unity Counsel of Oakland

Bankruptcy for Real Estate Protection

2010

CLE

California Foreclosure Defense

2010

California Foreclosure Law Update

California Foreclosure Law

Publications

2009

Alameda County Bar Association Real Estate Bulletin California Foreclosure Defense Update

2006

Apartment Owners News Holding Title in California

2005

Apartment Owners News Sallie Mae, But Will She?

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