Atty. James Bruce Waskom

Atty. James Bruce Waskom

James Bruce Waskom is a lawyer practicing criminal law, civil practice. James received a B.A. degree from Southeastern Louisiana University in 1987, and has been licensed for 28 years.

Abbeville Abbeville 28 yrs experience 28 year
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About James Bruce Waskom at a glance

James Bruce Waskom is an Asst. Dist. Atty. based in Abbeville, Louisiana. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and litigation. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1998). Educated at Louisiana State University and A. and M. Xollege (J.D., 1998) and Southeastern Louisiana University (B.A., 1987). Serands clients in Abbeville, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Bruce Waskom is a lawyer practicing criminal law, civil practice
  • James received a B.A. degree from Southeastern Louisiana University in 1987, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • James practices in Abbeville, LA

Practice Areas Explained

James Bruce Waskom's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Civil Litigation

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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 Abbeville 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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Where is James Bruce Waskom's law office located?
James Bruce Waskom's law practice is located in Abbeville, Louisiana. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Bruce Waskom handle?
James Bruce Waskom focuses on criminal defense, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has James Bruce Waskom practiced law?
James Bruce Waskom has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did James Bruce Waskom go to law school?
James Bruce Waskom earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.A., 1987).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Louisiana State University and A. and M. Xollege
- 1998
B.A.
Southeastern Louisiana University
- 1987

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1998

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