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James Coy Driscoll
Law Offices of James Coy Driscoll
2740 Van Ness
Suite 300
San Francisco, CA 94109
Phone: (415) 673-6000 | Fax: (415) 673-6030
http://www.tenantslaw-sf.com
Being Evicted? FIGHT BACK!
Legal Topic
Real Estate
Preferred New Clients
Tenants who are facing eviction or have disputes with their landlords.
Sub-Categories
Commercial Real Estate
- Building Codes
- Mold Claims
- Renting & Leasing
- Tenant
- Tenants' Rights
- Building Codes
- Mold Claims
- Renting & Leasing
- Tenant
- Tenants' Rights
Bar Admissions
CA, Dec 1991
Bar Number: 154363
Other Court Admissions
All state and federal courts in California
Association Memberships
State Bar of California
Continuing Education
Completed National Institute for Trial Advocacy (NITA) nine-day trial advocacy program in June 2005.
Papers and Publications
Frequent guest commentator on "Your Legal Rights" radio show on KALW, 91.7 FM, San Francisco.
Example Cases
In several cases, I have obtained $100,000.00 or more for my clients in exchange for them moving out of their apartments. While these results are not typical, my clients are likely to receive far more than they would if they did not hire me.
Education
Degree:
Associate in Arts (AA)
School:
City College of San Francisco
City:
San Francisco
State:
CA
Year:
1995
Focus and Accomplishments:
Legal Assisting Certificate and Award of Achievement in Legal Assisting
Degree:
J.D.
School:
University of California, Hastings College of the Law
City:
San Francisco
State:
CA
Year:
1991
Focus and Accomplishments:
American Jurisprudence Award in Professional Responsibility (Highest Grade in Ethics Class)
Degree:
Bachelor of Public Administration (BPA)
School:
University of San Francisco
City:
San Francisco
State:
CA
Year:
1986
Focus and Accomplishments:
Preparation for law school
Number of Attorneys
1
State Licensed In
California
Firm Focus and History
Founded in 1992, the Law Offices of James Coy Driscoll focuses on representing tenants who are facing eviction or who have other disputes with their landlords. We also represent persons accused of crimes and people who may owe money to creditors.
Previous Employment Summary
Attorney with Jacoby & Meyers
Activities and Awards
Frequent guest commentator on "Your Legal Rights" radio show on KALW, 91.7 FM, San Francisco.
Lecturer for Sterling Education Services for a Landlord-Tenant Seminar.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
I think that an informed client makes a better client. An informed client is better able to understand the legal concepts I discuss with them and better able to make informed decisions.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
Generally, I do not review documents prepared by clients.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
Other than in small claims court, a person who attempts to represent himself or herself against an experienced lawyer is asking for trouble. Just as in medicine, accounting, or engineering, where the skills of a professional make a difference, a non-lawyer is going to be at a distinct disadvantage litigating against a lawyer.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
I have been fascinated with the rule of law since childhood. The idea that a person cannot be arbitrarily deprived of his/her home or his/her freedom is essential to the rule of law.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
I have sold pretzels on the street, I have worked as a law firm messenger, and I was a paralegal before going to law school. These experiences have given me a sense of what it is like for the average person to deal with buying groceries, paying the rent, and trying to have a decent life.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
I did a case through the Volunteer Legal Services Program and I liked it. I like helping people in need who cannot help themselves.
What do you like best about your career?
I like helping people.
Tell us about your law firm:
I am a sole practitioner with a legal assistant.
What are your strengths and style?
I am willing to fight hard for my clients' rights.
I'm a pit bull.
Personal Interests:
I read, walk, and like movies.
Office Manager/Assistant
Ann
Fax
(415) 673-6030
Office Hours
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
by arrangement Monday through Friday
Emergency After Hours
No
Foreign Languages
None
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
Information coming soon.
Hourly Rates
$300
Free Initial Consultation?
Free, by phone
Typical Retainer
$3,000
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