James McGee has over 20 years of experience practicing law in San Bernardino County. He is well-known and respected for his extensive knowledge of criminal law – particularly in the areas of violent felonies, search and seizure, and gang prosecution.
During his 12-year career with the San Bernardino County District Attorney’s Office, James McGee had developed a well-rounded understanding of the various aspects of the criminal process during his numerous assignments involving:
- Hardcore gang prosecution
- Violent felonies – murders (including murder with special circumstances), shootings, robberies, carjackings, burglaries
- Wiretap prosecutions
- Insurance fraud
- Civil commitments for mentally disordered offenders
Since retiring, James became a small business owner when he opned his law practice; he currently employs two attorneys and two paralegals to handle both criminal defense and civil matters.
James McGee has worked with bar associations and law enforcement agencies in San Bernardino County to share his knowledge on a variety of subjects. He has been an instructor on the following subjects:
- Preparing Complex Cases for Prosecution
- Gang Case Investigations & Presentations
- Discovery in Gang Cases
- Identifying Staged Collisions for Auto Insurance Fraud
- Maximize Your Jury Presentation with PowerPoint
- 2022 Legislative Changes
James McGee has donated his time to school districts and non-profit organizations to help the children of our community to avoid the dangers of a gang lifestyle or children that had removed from their families by child family services.
- Instructor with Colton At Risk Teens
- Instructor with Fontana Leadership Intervention Program
- Board of Director with Court Appointed Special Advocates of San Bernardino
James McGee’s reputation, experience, and the time he gives back to the San Bernardino community has led to the endorsement by many throughout the San Bernardino County legal community - including private attorneys, prosecutors, public safety personnel. Finally, James also has the endorsement and support from 41 of the 63 judicial officers of San Bernardino County. This broad, overwhelming support is a clear indication of his suitability for the position he now seeks.
