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About James A. Walrath at a glance
James A. Walrath is an Of Counsel based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, tax, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1968), U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Wisconsin (1968), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court (1971), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida (2009). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1968) and Lawrence College (B.A., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of Wisconsin. Serands clients in Milwaukee, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Atty. James A. Walrath is a lawyer practicing civil practice, appellate practice, criminal defense and 2 other areas of law
- James received a B.A. degree from Lawrence College in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years
- James practices in Milwaukee, WI
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James A. Walrath's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James A. Walrath handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
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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Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
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Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
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Why local counsel matters in Wisconsin
Practicing law in Wisconsin. Legal matters in Wisconsin are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Milwaukee are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Wisconsin state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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