Atty. J Sumner Jones

Atty. J Sumner Jones

J Sumner Jones is a lawyer practicing securities law, corporate law, insurance. J received a A.B. degree from Yale University in 1961, and has been licensed for 62 years.

Washington Washington 62 yrs experience 62 year
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Profile Summary

About J Sumner Jones at a glance

J Sumner Jones is a business, securities, and insurance attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 62+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1964. Admitted to practice in West Virginia (1964) and District of Columbia (1965). Educated at Harvard University (LL.B., 1964) and Yale University (A.B., 1961). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • J Sumner Jones is a lawyer practicing securities law, corporate law, insurance
  • J received a A.B. degree from Yale University in 1961, and has been licensed for 62 years
  • J practices in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

J Sumner Jones's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases J Sumner Jones 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.

J Sumner Jones is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in District of Columbia →

Securities Law

J Sumner Jones is one of 64,529 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities attorneys in District of Columbia →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

J Sumner Jones is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in District of Columbia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about J Sumner Jones

Where is J Sumner Jones's law office located?
J Sumner Jones's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does J Sumner Jones handle?
J Sumner Jones focuses on business, securities, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has J Sumner Jones practiced law?
J Sumner Jones has 62+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1964.
Where did J Sumner Jones go to law school?
J Sumner Jones earned their education at (LL.B., 1964); (A.B., 1961).
How can I contact J Sumner Jones for a consultation?
You can contact J Sumner Jones 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 J Sumner Jones received?
J Sumner Jones's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
Harvard University
- 1964
A.B.
Yale University
- 1961

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

West Virginia
Admitted: 1964
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1965

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