Atty. James Aristide Holmes

Atty. James Aristide Holmes

James Aristide Holmes is a lawyer practicing maritime law, workers compensation, automobile liability and 4 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Washington & Lee University in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years.

New Orleans New Orleans 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About James Aristide Holmes at a glance

James Aristide Holmes is a Partner based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at Christovich & Kearney, LLP. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, workers comp, construction, slip & fall, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1991) and Mississippi (2017). Educated at Loyola University (J.D., 1990) and Washington & Lee University (B.A., 1987). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New Orleans, Fifth Judicial Circuit and Louisiana State Bar Associations New Orleans Association of Defense Counsel (Treasurer) The Defense Research Institute Louisiana Association of Defense Counsel. Serands clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Aristide Holmes is a lawyer practicing maritime law, workers compensation, automobile liability and 4 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Washington & Lee University in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • James practices at Christovich & Kearney, LLP in New Orleans, LA

Practice Areas Explained

James Aristide Holmes's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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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 Aristide Holmes is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Louisiana →

Construction Law

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Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

James Aristide Holmes is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Louisiana →

Product Liability

James Aristide Holmes is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Louisiana →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Louisiana

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Aristide Holmes

Where is James Aristide Holmes's law office located?
James Aristide Holmes's law practice is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. The firm is Christovich & Kearney, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Aristide Holmes handle?
James Aristide Holmes focuses on medical malpractice, workers comp, construction, slip & fall, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has James Aristide Holmes practiced law?
James Aristide Holmes has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did James Aristide Holmes go to law school?
James Aristide Holmes earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1987).
How can I contact James Aristide Holmes for a consultation?
You can contact James Aristide Holmes 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 Aristide Holmes received?
James Aristide Holmes's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Loyola University
- 1990
B.A.
Washington & Lee University
- 1987

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1991
Mississippi
Admitted: 2017

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