Atty. James B Altman

Atty. James B Altman

Mr. James B Altman is a lawyer practicing international trade, intellectual property, itc section 337 litigation.

Washington Washington 48 yrs experience 48 year
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About James B Altman at a glance

James B Altman is a Member based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Foster, Murphy, Altman & Nickel, PC. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on ip, litigation, and international. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1978). Educated at Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California (J.D., 1978) and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (B.S. Massachusetts, 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. James B Altman is a lawyer practicing international trade, intellectual property, itc section 337 litigation
  • James received a B.S. degree from Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1971, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • James practices at Foster, Murphy, Altman & Nickel, PC in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

James B Altman's Areas of Practice

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

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Civil Litigation

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

James B Altman is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in District of Columbia →

International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

James B Altman is one of 40,133 international attorneys indexed nationally. Browse international 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 B Altman

Where is James B Altman's law office located?
James B Altman's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Foster, Murphy, Altman & Nickel, PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James B Altman handle?
James B Altman focuses on ip, litigation, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has James B Altman practiced law?
James B Altman has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did James B Altman go to law school?
James B Altman earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.S. Massachusetts, 1971).
How can I contact James B Altman for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James B Altman received?
James B Altman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California
- 1978
B.S. Massachusetts
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1978

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