About Joshua R. Bourne
Joshua R. Bourne is a distinguished attorney based in Escondido, California, with a comprehensive legal background. As a former San Diego criminal prosecutor, he handled a range of criminal offenses and contributed to the domestic violence unit at the Family Justice Center within the San Diego City Attorney's Office.
Following his tenure at the City Attorney's Office, Mr. Bourne transitioned to a civil litigation firm. Here, he honed his skills in corporate and partnership law as well as marital dissolution. His work involved pre-trial discovery, asset valuation, and the preparation of legal motions and pleadings.
In addition to his civil litigation work, Mr. Bourne dedicates a significant portion of his practice to serving as conflict counsel. He represents indigent defendants in criminal cases who are unable to afford legal representation.
Mr. Bourne is admitted to practice in all California state courts and the United States District Court, Southern District of California.
The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.
Practice Areas
California Car Accident Laws
Understanding California's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:
Statute of Limitations
2 years
Time limit to file a claim
Negligence Rule
pure comparative fault
How fault is determined
Min. Insurance (BI/PD)
$15K/$30K/$5K
Per person/per accident/property
Insurance System
At-Fault
At-fault driver's insurance pays
Frequently Asked Questions
What areas of law does Joshua R. Bourne practice?
Joshua R. Bourne practices in criminal prosecution, civil litigation, corporate and partnership law, and marital dissolution.
Where did Joshua R. Bourne work as a prosecutor?
He worked as a prosecutor in the San Diego City Attorney's Office, specifically in the domestic violence unit.
Is Joshua R. Bourne eligible to practice in federal court?
Yes, he is eligible to practice in the United States District Court, Southern District of California.
What is Joshua R. Bourne's role as conflict counsel?
He represents indigent defendants in criminal matters who cannot afford an attorney.
Contact Information
Need Legal Help?
Contact Joshua R. Bourne for a free consultation about your accident case.
Call for Free ConsultationAfter an Accident
- 1Seek immediate medical attention
- 2Document the scene & gather evidence
- 3File a police report
- 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
- 5Contact Joshua for a free case review
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