Atty. James A. Bruton III

Atty. James A. Bruton III

Mr. James A.

Washington Washington 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About James A. Bruton III at a glance

James A. Bruton III is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Williams And Connolly Llp. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, tax, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1975) and District of Columbia U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia U.S. Courts of Appeals, First, (1982). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (LL.M. Taxation, 1978) and University of North Carolina Chapel Hill (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The District of Columbia Bar (Member, Section of Taxation) Federal and American (Member, Sections on: Criminal Justice Litigation Taxation Co-Chair: Tax Litigation Committee, Litigation Section, 2000-2001) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. James A. Bruton III is a lawyer practicing administrative law, business, transactions, and tax, corporate governance and compliance and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina Chapel Hill in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • James practices at Williams & Connolly LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

James A. Bruton III's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James A. Bruton III handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Tax Law

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

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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

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Where is James A. Bruton III's law office located?
James A. Bruton III's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Williams And Connolly Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James A. Bruton III handle?
James A. Bruton III focuses on criminal defense, business, tax, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has James A. Bruton III practiced law?
James A. Bruton III has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did James A. Bruton III go to law school?
James A. Bruton III earned their education at (LL.M. Taxation, 1978); (B.A., 1971).
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What awards or recognition has James A. Bruton III received?
James A. Bruton III's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.M. Taxation
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1978
B.A.
University of North Carolina Chapel Hill
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1975
District of Columbia U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia U.S. Courts of Appeals, First,
Admitted: 1982

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