Michael St. James
About Michael St. James
Michael St. James is a lawyer based in San Francisco, CA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2008. Michael St. James is recognized in the following practice areas:
- San Francisco, California
- Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- Litigation - Bankruptcy
Current Firm: St. James Law PC
Education: University of California Berkeley, J.D., graduated 1980
Location: San Francisco, CA
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