F. Peter James

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F. Peter James: Attorney with Law Offices of F. Peter James, Esq.
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Biography

Attorney Peter James is a native of Ventura County, California, and relocated to the Las Vegas area in 1989. Attorney James completed his undergraduate degree in English at the University of Nevada Las Vegas. Attorney James then went on to receive his Juris Doctorate degree from the William S. Boyd School of Law at the University of Nevada Las Vegas. Attorney James is a member in good standing with the State Bar of Nevada. Attorney James is also admitted to practice before all District Courts in the State of Nevada, the U.S. Federal District Court, and the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals.

Attorney Peter James is a highly-qualified, experienced attorney specializing in family law issues, to include divorce, child custody, child support and related issues. Attorney James also handles personal injury cases for the firm. Attorney James has the singular distinction of years of specialized experience drafting appeals, writs and post-conviction petitions with the Nevada Supreme Court.

Areas of Practice (19)

  • Adoption
  • Alimony / Spousal Support
  • Annulment
  • Appeals / Writ Petitions
  • Child Custody
  • Child Support
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Violence
  • Grandparent's Rights (and for other non-parents)
  • Legal Separation
  • Mediation Services
  • Paternity
  • Post-Nuptial Agreements
  • Pre-Nuptial Agreements
  • Relocation
  • Set Asides of Orders / Defaults
  • Second Opinions
  • Temporary Protection Orders
  • Termination of Parental Rights

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
University of Nevada, Las Vegas, B.A., English, 1999
Law School Attended:
Wiliam S. Boyd School of Law at the University of Nevada, J.D., 2006
Year of First Admission:
2006
Admission:
2008, U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit; 2006, U.S. District Court for the District of Nevada; 2006, Nevada
ISLN:
919049077

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Peer Reviews

4.6/5.0 (17 reviews)
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  • Legal Knowledge

    4.6/5.0
  • Analytical Capability

    4.6/5.0
  • Judgment

    4.5/5.0
  • Communication

    4.6/5.0
  • Legal Experience

    4.7/5.0
  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 12/18/18 in Family Law

    Peter is a wealth of information and someone who I trust when I need a family law question answered.

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 10/09/18 in Family Law

    Peter is an expert in family law matters. He is often consulted by other family law attorneys on child custody, relocation, and/or property distribution matters.

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 01/11/18 in Family Law

    Attorney James' knowldge of the law is exceptional. Peter is articulate and dedicated to his client while maintaining the upmost professionalism and ethics.

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Other on 01/10/18 in Divorce

    Knowledgeable practitioner.

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 02/27/17 in Family Law

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 02/26/17 in Divorce

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 02/26/17 in Family Law

    Peter is one of the most dedicated and knowledgable family law attorneys in the State. He is a passionate advocate for his clients. He is committed to the furtherance of the practice of family law. The best endorsement I can give for Peter is that h... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 02/24/17 in Family Law

    Peter is an outstanding family law attorney and a tireless advocate for his clients.

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 02/21/17 in Family Law

    Peter is a pleasure to work with on a case. He understands the law and is able to engage in intelligent discussion which leads to the resolution of a case.

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 02/20/17 in Family Law

    Mr. James appeared before me many times when I was a Family Court Judge. He was always well prepared and timely. He appeared to have a good relationship with his clients. and communicated respectfully and effectively to the Court.

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Contact Information:

725-285-2041  Phone

702-256-0145  Fax

www.PeterJamesLaw.com

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