Atty. James Anthony Penry

Atty. James Anthony Penry

James Anthony Penry is a lawyer practicing occupational safety and health, securities, construction litigation and 2 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years.

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About James Anthony Penry at a glance

James Anthony Penry is a Member based in Raleigh, North Carolina, practicing at Penry Riemann PLLC. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on business, workers comp, construction, securities, and litigation. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1979), Florida (2011), California (2016), and South Carolina (2017). Educated at Wake Forest University (J.D., 1979) and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Wake County, North Carolina and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Raleigh, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Anthony Penry is a lawyer practicing occupational safety and health, securities, construction litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • James practices at Penry Riemann PLLC in Raleigh, NC

Practice Areas Explained

James Anthony Penry's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

James Anthony Penry is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in North Carolina →

Construction Law

James Anthony Penry is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in North Carolina →

Securities Law

James Anthony Penry is one of 64,529 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities attorneys in North Carolina →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

James Anthony Penry is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in North Carolina →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Carolina

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Anthony Penry

Where is James Anthony Penry's law office located?
James Anthony Penry's law practice is located in Raleigh, North Carolina. The firm is Penry Riemann PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Anthony Penry handle?
James Anthony Penry focuses on business, workers comp, construction, securities, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has James Anthony Penry practiced law?
James Anthony Penry has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did James Anthony Penry go to law school?
James Anthony Penry earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact James Anthony Penry for a consultation?
You can contact James Anthony Penry 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 Anthony Penry received?
James Anthony Penry's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Wake Forest University
- 1979
B.A.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1979
Florida
Admitted: 2011
California
Admitted: 2016
South Carolina
Admitted: 2017

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