James William Clifton

James William Clifton has built a legal career focused on real property, bankruptcy, probate, foreclosure defense, landlord-tenant matters, and estate planning. He assists clients with quiet title suits, title insurance claims, lending transactions, contract formation, will drafting, probate litigation, and property disputes, offering practical guidance in complex legal matters.

James earned his B.S. (2003) in Psychology from the University System of Georgia – University of Georgia in 2003. He earned his B.A. (2003) in Political Science from the University System of Georgia – University of Georgia in 2003. He earned his J.D. (2008) in Law from Florida Coastal School of Law in 2008.

James has handled legal work across several practice areas, including Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, debt relief, probate administration, will contests, commercial real estate, residential real estate, mortgages, easements, homeowners association issues, and land use concerns. His practice background shows wide experience with both planning matters and contested disputes.

James has helped people by giving legal answers, handling client concerns, and supporting those facing property, estate, debt, and housing problems. His work has included helping with home closings, car accident matters, real estate questions, partition issues, and disputes involving inherited or jointly owned property, always focused on useful legal direction.

James is admitted in California, the District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, and Texas. He is also licensed in federal courts, including the U.S. District Courts and U.S. Bankruptcy Courts for the Northern and Middle Districts of Georgia, the United States Court of Appeals, 11th Circuit, and the U.S. Supreme Court.

James has been active in professional service through the Atlanta Volunteer Lawyers Foundation, where he has represented indigent clients on a pro bono basis. He has also served the Fayette County Bar Association and participated in legal community leadership through the State Bar of Georgia Young Lawyers Division.

James Clifton has received recognition, including a Good Rating from Avvo in 2023 and Peer Reviewed (5/5) from Martindale-Hubbell Lawyer Services in 2022. His career reflects broad legal knowledge, client service, court admissions, professional involvement, and a steady focus on helping people resolve real estate, bankruptcy, probate, and planning issues.

Law Office Affiliations

• Managing Attorney, The Clifton Law Firm, LLC
• Member, State Bar of California
• Member, Florida Bar
• Member, District of Columbia Bar Association
• Member, State Bar of Texas
• Member, State Bar of Georgia

Licensed State

• California
• Florida
• District of Columbia
• Texas
• Georgia

Education

• Florida Coastal School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Georgia
  BS in Psychology

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