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Atty. James Cairns Barry

Atty. James Cairns Barry

James Cairns Barry is a lawyer practicing civil trial practice, state & federal, civil rights litigation and 4 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Florida Atlantic University in 1980, and has been licensed for 86 years.

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Profile Summary

About James Cairns Barry at a glance

James Cairns Barry is a Shareholder based in West Palm Beach, Florida, practicing at Adams | Coogler, P.A.. Their practice focuses on slip & fall, product liability, litigation, civil rights, and appellate. Admitted to practice in New York (1940), Florida U.S. Supreme Court (1983), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida including Trial Bar, U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleven (1983). Educated at Florida State University (J.D., 1982) and Florida Atlantic University (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Palm Beach County and American Bar Associations The Florida Bar Florida Defense Lawyers Association. Serands clients in West Palm Beach, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Cairns Barry is a lawyer practicing civil trial practice, state & federal, civil rights litigation and 4 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Florida Atlantic University in 1980, and has been licensed for 86 years
  • James practices at Adams | Coogler, P.A. in West Palm Beach, FL

Practice Areas Explained

James Cairns Barry's Areas of Practice

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

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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Appellate Practice

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Cairns Barry

Where is James Cairns Barry's law office located?
James Cairns Barry's law practice is located in West Palm Beach, Florida. The firm is Adams | Coogler, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Cairns Barry handle?
James Cairns Barry focuses on slip & fall, product liability, litigation, civil rights, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
Where did James Cairns Barry go to law school?
James Cairns Barry earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact James Cairns Barry for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Cairns Barry received?
James Cairns Barry's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Florida State University
- 1982
B.A.
Florida Atlantic University
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1940
Florida U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida including Trial Bar, U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleven
Admitted: 1983

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