James M. Golden

Senior Counsel


James M. Golden handles complex civil litigation at trial and on appeal. He focuses on handling cutting edge factual and legal issues in all types of civil litigation. James frequently serves as embedded appellate counsel, supporting the trial team by drafting and arguing key motions and other legal issues, and ensuring that the case is well-positioned on appeal. In 2023, he served in this role in two separate bellwether trials for a leading electric vehicle manufacturer, helping guide the trial teams to jury verdicts in both cases. 

James also has substantial experience in personal injury litigation, products liability, business litigation, professional liability, consumer-financial services, environmental litigation and toxic torts, and class-action defense. 

    • University of Chicago Law School, J.D.
    • Dartmouth College, B.A.
  • Bar Admissions

    • California