Atty. James A. Strain
James A. Strain is a lawyer practicing corporate governance, public offerings, government contracts law and 3 other areas of law.
Corporate Governance & More Attorney · Serving Indianapolis, IN · 57+ Years Experience
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About James A. Strain at a Glance
James A. Strain is a Partner based in Indianapolis, Indiana, practicing at Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on business and government. Educated at Indiana University Maurer School of Law - Bloomington (J.D., 1969) and Indiana University (A.B., 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Paul's Episcopal Church (Member), Young Audiences of Indiana (Member), Young Audiences, Inc and (Member). Serves clients in Indianapolis, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James A. Strain
- James A. Strain is a lawyer practicing corporate governance, public offerings, government contracts law and 3 other areas of law
- James received a A.B. degree from Indiana University in 1966, and has been licensed for 57 years
- James practices at Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP in Indianapolis, IN and 1 other location
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James A. Strain's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James A. Strain handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Indianapolis.
Business & Corporate Law in Indianapolis
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Government & Administrative Law in Indianapolis
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Indianapolis
Practicing law in Indiana. Legal matters in Indiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Indianapolis are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Indiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Indiana 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 Indiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Indianapolis Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Indianapolis-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 Indianapolis Choose James A. Strain
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. Strain's practice in the field of business and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James A. Strain brings 57+ 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 business and government, James A. Strain can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Indianapolis
A Indianapolis-based practice means James A. Strain 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. Strain Handles in Indianapolis
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