Atty. James A Klein
James A Klein is a lawyer practicing legislative law, employee benefits law, mergers & acquisitions and 3 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Tufts University in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years.
Employee Benefits Law & More Attorney · Serving Washington, DC · 43+ Years Experience
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About James A Klein at a Glance
James A Klein is an Attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Arnold And Porter Llp. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on formation, employment, business, m&a, and securities. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1983). Educated at George Washington University (J.D., 1983) and Tufts University (B.A., 1979). Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James A Klein
- James A Klein is a lawyer practicing legislative law, employee benefits law, mergers & acquisitions and 3 other areas of law
- James received a B.A. degree from Tufts University in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years
- James practices at Arnold & Porter LLP in Washington, DC
Practice Areas Explained
James A Klein's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James A Klein handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Washington.
Business Formation in Washington
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Employment Law in Washington
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
James A Klein is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in District of Columbia →
Business & Corporate Law in Washington
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
James A Klein is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in District of Columbia →
Mergers & Acquisitions in Washington
James A Klein is one of 49,430 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in District of Columbia →
Securities Law in Washington
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Washington
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 venue, 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.
Washington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Washington-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Washington Choose James A Klein
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish James A Klein's practice in the field of formation, employment, business, m&a, and securities.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James A Klein brings 43+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering formation, employment, and business, James A Klein can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Washington
A Washington-based practice means James A Klein attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues James A Klein Handles in Washington
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