Atty. James A. Martell

Atty. James A. Martell

James A. Martell is a lawyer practicing real estate, zoning, planning and land use, leases & leasing and 1 other area of law.

Fort Collins Fort Collins 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About James A. Martell at a glance

James A. Martell is a Member based in Fort Collins, Colorado, practicing at Belford & Martell LLC. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on real estate and zoning. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1977) and U.S. Supreme Court (1989). Educated at Washington University (J.D., 1977) and Colorado State University (B.S., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Larimer County and Colorado (Member, Real Estate Section) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Fort Collins, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James A. Martell is a lawyer practicing real estate, zoning, planning and land use, leases & leasing and 1 other area of law
  • James A. received a B.S. degree from Colorado State University in 1972, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • James A. practices at Belford & Martell LLC in Fort Collins, CO

Practice Areas Explained

James A. Martell's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

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

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Land Use & Zoning

James A. Martell is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Colorado →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Colorado

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James A. Martell

Where is James A. Martell's law office located?
James A. Martell's law practice is located in Fort Collins, Colorado. The firm is Belford & Martell LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James A. Martell handle?
James A. Martell focuses on real estate, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Colorado.
How long has James A. Martell practiced law?
James A. Martell has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did James A. Martell go to law school?
James A. Martell earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.S., 1972).
How can I contact James A. Martell for a consultation?
You can contact James A. Martell 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 James A. Martell received?
James A. Martell's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Washington University
- 1977
B.S.
Colorado State University
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Colorado
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1989

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