Atty. Barbara A. James

Atty. Barbara A. James

Barbara A. James is a lawyer practicing commercial agreements, formation of joint ventures and subsidiaries and privatization.

Bethesda Bethesda 41 yrs experience 41 year
Call (240) 945-2156 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Barbara A. James at a glance

Barbara A. James is a business attorney based in Bethesda, Maryland. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Admitted to practice in West Virginia (Inactive) (1985). Educated at Chase College of Law, Northern Kentucky University (J.D., 1984) and Vassar College (A.B., 1980). Serands clients in Bethesda, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Barbara A. James is a lawyer practicing commercial agreements, formation of joint ventures and subsidiaries and privatization
  • Barbara received a A.B. degree from Vassar College in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Barbara practices in Bethesda, MD

Practice Areas Explained

Barbara A. James's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Barbara A. James 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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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Maryland

Practicing law in Maryland. Legal matters in Maryland are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Bethesda are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Maryland state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Maryland 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 Maryland courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Barbara A. James

Where is Barbara A. James's law office located?
Barbara A. James's law practice is located in Bethesda, Maryland. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Barbara A. James handle?
Barbara A. James focuses on business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has Barbara A. James practiced law?
Barbara A. James has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Barbara A. James go to law school?
Barbara A. James earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (A.B., 1980).
How can I contact Barbara A. James for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Chase College of Law, Northern Kentucky University
- 1984
A.B.
Vassar College
- 1980

Bar Admissions

West Virginia (Inactive)
Admitted: 1985

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