Atty. James Anthony McKowen

Atty. James Anthony McKowen

Mr. James Anthony McKowen is a lawyer practicing litigation, appellate practice, toxic torts and 24 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About James Anthony McKowen at a glance

James Anthony McKowen is an Associate based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, employment, class action, and slip & fall. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1982), West Virginia (1984), U.S. District Court, Southern District of West Virginia (1984), and U.S. Supreme Court (1989). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (J.D., 1981) and West Virginia University (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of West Virginia State Bar West Virginia Trial Lawyers Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. James Anthony McKowen is a lawyer practicing litigation, appellate practice, toxic torts and 24 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from West Virginia University in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • James practices in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

James Anthony McKowen's Areas of Practice

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

Wrongful Death

James Anthony McKowen is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in District of Columbia →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

James Anthony McKowen is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in District of Columbia →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

James Anthony McKowen is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in District of Columbia →

Class Action

James Anthony McKowen is one of 26,424 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in District of Columbia →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

James Anthony McKowen is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in District of Columbia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Anthony McKowen

Where is James Anthony McKowen's law office located?
James Anthony McKowen's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Anthony McKowen handle?
James Anthony McKowen focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, employment, class action, slip & fall. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has James Anthony McKowen practiced law?
James Anthony McKowen has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did James Anthony McKowen go to law school?
James Anthony McKowen earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact James Anthony McKowen for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Anthony McKowen received?
James Anthony McKowen's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1981
B.A.
West Virginia University
- 1978

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1982
West Virginia
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Southern District of West Virginia
Admitted: 1984
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, Northern District of West Virginia
Admitted: 1991
Kentucky
Admitted: 2007
Ohio
Admitted: 2008

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