Atty. James Arthur Graffam

Atty. James Arthur Graffam

Mr. James Arthur Graffam is a lawyer practicing litigation.

Washington Washington 21 yrs experience 21 year
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About James Arthur Graffam at a glance

James Arthur Graffam is an Associate based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on litigation. Admitted to practice in Virginia (2005) and District of Columbia (2006). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (J.D., 2005) and Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (B.S., 1998). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. James Arthur Graffam is a lawyer practicing litigation
  • James received a B.S. degree from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University in 1998, and has been licensed for 21 years
  • James practices at Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

James Arthur Graffam's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

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

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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

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Where is James Arthur Graffam's law office located?
James Arthur Graffam's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Arthur Graffam handle?
James Arthur Graffam focuses on litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has James Arthur Graffam practiced law?
James Arthur Graffam has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
Where did James Arthur Graffam go to law school?
James Arthur Graffam earned their education at (J.D., 2005); (B.S., 1998).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Georgetown University Law Center
- 2005
B.S.
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
- 1998

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 2005
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2006

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