Atty. David Reuel James

Atty. David Reuel James

Mr. David Reuel James is a lawyer practicing construction law, government contracts law, surety law and 5 other areas of law.

Atlanta Atlanta 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About David Reuel James at a glance

David Reuel James is a Member based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Wasson, Sours & Harris, PC. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on business, construction, litigation, government, and adr. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1985), Georgia (1986), Georgia Supreme Court (1986), and Georgia Court of Appeals and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia (1987). Educated at Southern Illinois University (J.D., 1985) and Eastern Illinois University (B.A. Pi, 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. David Reuel James is a lawyer practicing construction law, government contracts law, surety law and 5 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Eastern Illinois University in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • David practices at Wasson, Sours & Harris, PC in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

David Reuel James's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Reuel 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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Construction Law

David Reuel James is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Georgia →

Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

David Reuel James is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Georgia →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

David Reuel James is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Georgia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Reuel James

Where is David Reuel James's law office located?
David Reuel James's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Wasson, Sours & Harris, PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Reuel James handle?
David Reuel James focuses on business, construction, litigation, government, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has David Reuel James practiced law?
David Reuel James has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did David Reuel James go to law school?
David Reuel James earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A. Pi, 1982).
How can I contact David Reuel James for a consultation?
You can contact David Reuel James directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has David Reuel James received?
David Reuel James's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Southern Illinois University
- 1985
B.A. Pi
Eastern Illinois University
- 1982

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1985
Georgia
Admitted: 1986
Georgia Supreme Court
Admitted: 1986
Georgia Court of Appeals and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia
Admitted: 1987
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1990

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