Atty. James A. Burnham

Atty. James A. Burnham

Mr. James A.

Durham Durham 34 yrs experience 34 year
Call (984) 278-6465 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James A. Burnham at a glance

James A. Burnham is an Associate based in Durham, North Carolina. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, real estate, foreclosure, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1992), Illinois (1993), Florida (1996), and North Carolina (2013). Educated at Duke University School of Law (J.D., 1992) and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (B.S., 1989). Active member of Palm Beach County, Illinois State and American Bar Associations State Bar of California The Florida Bar. Serands clients in Durham, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. James A. Burnham is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, complex litigation, commercial landlord and tenant law and 5 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • James practices in Durham, NC

Practice Areas Explained

James A. Burnham's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Foreclosure Defense

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Carolina

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James A. Burnham

Where is James A. Burnham's law office located?
James A. Burnham's law practice is located in Durham, North Carolina. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James A. Burnham handle?
James A. Burnham focuses on contracts, business, real estate, foreclosure, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has James A. Burnham practiced law?
James A. Burnham has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did James A. Burnham go to law school?
James A. Burnham earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.S., 1989).
How can I contact James A. Burnham for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Duke University School of Law
- 1992
B.S.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
- 1989

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1992
Illinois
Admitted: 1993
Florida
Admitted: 1996
North Carolina
Admitted: 2013

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