James Joseph Fishel

James Joseph Fishel

4.6
Rating: 6.6

Licensed for 40 years

Family Lawyer at Walnut Creek, CA
Practice Areas: Family, DUI & DWI, Adoption ... +2 more

1375 Locust Street, Ste 200, Walnut Creek, CA

About James

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Family 40%

Family law includes; Child Custody/Visitation, Child Support, Alimony, Divorce, Legal Separation, high Net Worth/ High Asset Divorce, Mediation, Domestic Violence and preparing Pre/Post Marital Agreements.

35 years

40%
DUI and DWI 30%

This area includes fighting traffic tickets and criminal defense cases.

36 years

30%
Adoption 15%

This area includes Step Parent Adoption.

36 years

15%
Criminal Defense 10%

This area includes Juvenile Law and sealing your juvenile record.

36 years

10%
Guardianship 5%

This area includes Conservatorship matters.

36 years

5%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 35 years

State: California

Acquired: 1990

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 39 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1986

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Florida for 40 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1985

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Fishel Law Firm, Attorney and Counsellor

1375 Locust Street, Ste 200, Walnut Creek, CA, 94596-4528

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James Joseph Fishel's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

5 star (10)
4 star (0)
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Posted by Delaney | November 9, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Absolutely recommend Fishel Law Firm!

Attorney James Fishel has represented me for multiple legal matters spanning from 2013 to 2023, and I am compelled to share my positive experience. James Fishel's guidance has been invaluable, particularly in navigating complex custody issues concerning one of my children. His expertise and dedic...ation were evident throughout the process, ultimately leading to a resolution that prioritized the safety and well-being of my child. One of Mr. Fishel's standout qualities is his unwavering honesty. He provided realistic expectations and a clear roadmap of the necessary steps, ensuring I was well-informed at every stage. This transparency instilled confidence and trust in his representation. Equally commendable is the kindness and professionalism displayed by Mr. Fishel's paralegal, Sunny. Together, they created a supportive and empathetic environment, making a challenging legal journey more manageable. In summary, James Fishel's legal expertise, honesty, and the compassionate approach of his team have made a significant impact on my family law cases. I wholeheartedly recommend his services to anyone seeking a knowledgeable and caring family law attorney.

Posted by William | April 8, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Easy and Fast Results!!

I used James because he was in my network for a home repair dispute. He was very friendly and his demand letter got me exactly what I needed! Thank you Mr. Fishel!

Posted by Tom | April 14, 2020 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Helping Me Get My Feet on the Ground

I'd put off starting my case partly out of confusion about what to do, in what order. My Fishel reviewed my docs and walked me through the changes and the next action steps. His guidance will make a postive difference in how the case goes. Mr. Fishel has been clear, concise and compassionate. I great...ly appreciate both him and Sunny Debord in his office. I will be working with them on the next steps.

Posted by anonymous | March 5, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Attorney Fishel helped me walk into my hearing with confidence!

I am beyond grateful for finding Attorney James Fishel and Paralegal Sunny DeBord. When I retained him, he had less than a month to get up to speed. I was extremely impressed by his ability to review a very long and complicated custody/DV case with an eagle eye for detail. He also had the abili...ty to get the "big picture", which included the safety of me and my children. He was able to hold a solid understanding of the past, present and our future need with ease. His methodology and organization was stellar (this is a nod to Sonny as well). His strategy was solid. His demeanor in court was respectful, kind, diplomatic AND razor sharp. I'd rehire him again in a heartbeat.

Posted by anonymous | May 29, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Speeding ticket

I got a speeding ticket which resulted in a hefty fine that I thought was exorbitant for going a little over the speed limit in a commercial area. I consulted with James Fishel to see if I have any available options, and I am so glad that I did. After talking to me in detail, he contested my ticket w...ith a detailed written response. All i had to do was submit the response to the court. My ticket was waived and I was found not guilty. I will highly recommend James Fishel for his knowledge and his professionalism.

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Experience

Rating:  6.6 (Good)

Work Experience

1990 - Present

Attorney at Law, Fishel Law Firm

Associations

State Bar of California

Member

Contra Costa County Bar Association

Member

District of Columbia Bar

Member

Florida Bar

Member

Education

1985

University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1981

American University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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