Atty. Anita J. Elder

Atty. Anita J. Elder

Ms. Anita J.

Colorado Springs Colorado Springs 42 yrs experience 42 year
Call (719) 715-0575 Book Appointment

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About Anita J. Elder at a glance

Anita J. Elder is a Member based in Colorado Springs, Colorado, practicing at Law Firm of James H. Elder, III. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on business, environmental, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Texas (1984), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1985), and Colorado (1995). Educated at University of Houston Law Center (J.D., 1984) and Stanford University (A.B., 1980). Active member of Houston Bar Association State Bar of Texas. Serands clients in Colorado Springs, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ms. Anita J. Elder is a lawyer practicing business, appellate: civil, non-profits and 1 other area of law
  • Anita received a A.B. degree from Stanford University in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Anita practices at Law Firm of James H. Elder, III in Colorado Springs, CO

Practice Areas Explained

Anita J. Elder's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Anita J. Elder handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Colorado

Practicing law in Colorado. Legal matters in Colorado are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Colorado Springs are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Colorado state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Colorado brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Colorado courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Anita J. Elder

Where is Anita J. Elder's law office located?
Anita J. Elder's law practice is located in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The firm is Law Firm of James H. Elder, III. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Anita J. Elder handle?
Anita J. Elder focuses on business, environmental, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Colorado.
How long has Anita J. Elder practiced law?
Anita J. Elder has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Anita J. Elder go to law school?
Anita J. Elder earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (A.B., 1980).
How can I contact Anita J. Elder for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Houston Law Center
- 1984
A.B.
Stanford University
- 1980

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1985
Colorado
Admitted: 1995

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