James H. Moon
Partner
James Moon defends companies in their most important business litigation matters. Whether representing publicly traded companies, emerging ventures, or startups, James analyzes and executes on a plan of action to end the litigation problem decisively from Day One. He measures success based on his ability to efficiently eliminate or minimize litigation exposure and to allow his clients to get on with running their businesses as quickly as possible.
James's practice involves a broad range of complex commercial litigation, with particular emphasis on class-action matters and business disputes. James has substantial experience in all aspects of federal and state civil litigation, including large-scale discovery, complex motion practice, and appeals. He prides himself on his ability to secure swift and efficient resolution of high-exposure class action and business cases through successful dispositive pre-trial motions, oppositions to class certification, or favorable settlements. But when necessary, James has obtained decisive victories for his clients after full trials and arbitrations, including a unanimous seven-figure jury verdict and complete defense victories.
James provides actionable legal advice and roadmaps that cut through the noise of modern litigation so that his clients can focus on their business and passion for serving their own clients and customers.
Practice Highlights
Class-action defense
Business disputes
Complex litigation
Food & beverage industry matters
Admitted to Practice
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California, 2009
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U.S. Court of Appeals 1st Circuit, 2014
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U.S. Court of Appeals 9th Circuit, 2009
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U.S. Supreme Court, 2016
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U.S. District Court Central District of California, 2010
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U.S. District Court Eastern District of California, 2014
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U.S. District Court Northern District of California, 2017
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U.S. District Court Southern District of California, 2017
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U.S. District Court Southern District of New York, 2015
Education
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J.D., University of Chicago Law School, 2009
- Joseph Henry Beale Prize for excellence in legal research and writing
- Editor, University of Chicago Legal Forum
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B.A., Political Science & Psychology, University of California, Los Angeles, 2006, summa cum laude
- Phi Beta Kappa
- National Honor Society
Memberships & Affiliations
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- Association of Business Trial Lawyers, 2012-present
- Los Angeles County Bar Association, 2010-present
- Federal Bar Association, 2015-present
Professional Recognition
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- Pro Bono Project of the Year, CLINIC Legal Network, 2015
Background
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- Associate, Latham & Watkins LLP, Los Angeles, 2009-2018
- Judicial Intern, Hon. Philip S. Gutierrez, U.S. District Court Central District of California, Los Angeles, 2007
- Attorney, University of Chicago Criminal Juvenile Justice Clinic, 2009
- Intern, Los Angeles City Attorney’s Office, 2005