Atty. James Brian Walsh

Atty. James Brian Walsh

James Brian Walsh is a lawyer practicing public finance, p3/infrastructure, energy and project finance and 3 other areas of law. James received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 1972, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Philadelphia Philadelphia 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About James Brian Walsh at a glance

James Brian Walsh is a Partner based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Ballard Spahr LLP. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on education, government, health care, and energy. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1982). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (J.D., 1982) and Harvard University (A.B., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and American Bar Associations National Association of Bond Lawyers. Serands clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James Brian Walsh is a lawyer practicing public finance, p3/infrastructure, energy and project finance and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 1972, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • James practices at Ballard Spahr LLP in Philadelphia, PA

Practice Areas Explained

James Brian Walsh's Areas of Practice

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

Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

James Brian Walsh is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

James Brian Walsh is one of 66,735 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

James Brian Walsh is one of 36,230 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Brian Walsh

Where is James Brian Walsh's law office located?
James Brian Walsh's law practice is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The firm is Ballard Spahr LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Brian Walsh handle?
James Brian Walsh focuses on education, government, health care, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has James Brian Walsh practiced law?
James Brian Walsh has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did James Brian Walsh go to law school?
James Brian Walsh earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (A.B., 1972).
How can I contact James Brian Walsh for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Brian Walsh received?
James Brian Walsh's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1982
A.B.
Harvard University
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1982

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