Atty. James Andrew Fishkin
James Andrew Fishkin is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, estate planning/probate, antitrust/competition and 1 other area of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of Iowa, and has been licensed for 38 years.
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James Andrew Fishkin is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Dechert Llp. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Nebraska (1988) and District of Columbia U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia (2002). Educated at University of Iowa College of Law JD - Juris Doctor (—) and University of Iowa B.A. with distinction University of Iowa B.A. 1983 Phi Betta Kappa University of Iowa B.A. University of Iowa College of Law (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James Andrew Fishkin is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, estate planning/probate, antitrust/competition and 1 other area of law
- James received a B.A. degree from University of Iowa, and has been licensed for 38 years
- James practices at Dechert LLP in Washington, DC
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An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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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 andnue, 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.
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