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James D. Frangos
Law Offices of James D. Frangos
411 Borel Avenue
Suite 500
San Mateo, CA 94402
Phone: (650) 571-6035 | Fax: (650) 345-9875
Legal Topic
Real Estate
Preferred New Clients
Clients that need help in avoiding litigation or who wish to ascertain their rights and responsibilities in the areas of real estate, the type of litigation or remedies available and the costs.
Sub-Categories
Commercial Real Estate
- Broker & Transaction Litigation
- Buying & Selling
- Condominiums & Cooperatives
- Construction Contracts
- Conveyancing
- Homeowners' Associations
- Land Contracts
- Renting & Leasing
- Broker & Transaction Litigation
- Buying & Selling
- Condominiums & Cooperatives
- Construction Contracts
- Conveyancing
- Homeowners' Associations
Bar Admissions
CA, Dec 1981
Bar Number: 101703
Other Court Admissions
Bankruptcy Court - Northern and Eastern Districts
Association Memberships
State Bar, San Mateo County Bar Association
Continuing Education
Litigation and continuing education.
Example Cases
Quiet Title Action/22 units went to trial.
Lease Agreement Dispute in Litigation.
Education
Degree:
Juris Doctor
School:
Peninsula University
City:
Mountain View
State:
CA
Year:
1980
Degree:
B.A.
School:
U.C. Berkeley
City:
Berkeley
State:
CA
Year:
1974
Focus and Accomplishments:
Political Science
Number of Attorneys
1
State Licensed In
California
Firm Focus and History
I am a sole practitioner, and my firm focuses on trial experience and litigation.
Previous Employment Summary
Corporate Counsel/Construction Company, Teacher, Real Estate Cases, Real Estate Agent
Activities and Awards
Pro Tem Judge, Unlawful Detainers
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
It is essential for the client to understand legal issues, the legal process, and risks of litigation so as to make intelligent decisions.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
Clients can help prepare factual documents. I prefer to prepare legal documents rather than amend documents the client has prepared.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
I have a consultation session to advise such clients.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
I wanted to be able to be a real estate attorney since I was a real estate agent while attending law school.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
My seven years experience in transactional law and subsequent litigation experiences as a sole practitioner.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
I have been involved in real estate since 1977.
What do you like best about your career?
Satisfying client interaction and satisfying my career goals.
Tell us about your law firm:
My assistant is taking the bar (after I encouraged her to attend law school), and my former assistant was hired by the Superior Court.
What are your strengths and style?
I am gifted with the ability of effectively communicating with my clients and helping them understand each legal step and their options in their respective legal matters.
I give very personal service to my clients, and have been known for my patience and understanding.
Personal Interests:
Playing music and traveling through various spots in Europe and the United States.
Office Manager/Assistant
Mary Barragan
Fax
(650) 345-9875
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Emergency After Hours
No
Foreign Languages
Greek, Spanish
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
I require a retainer in all cases.
Hourly Rates
$295.00/hour
Free Initial Consultation?
$125 One time consultation for 30 to 45 minutes; hourly thereafter.
Typical Retainer
$5,000
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