Atty. James Christopher Brennan

Atty. James Christopher Brennan

James Christopher Brennan is a lawyer practicing corporate & securities, project finance, finance and 11 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of Richmond in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years.

McLean McLean 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About James Christopher Brennan at a glance

James Christopher Brennan is a Partner based in McLean, Virginia, practicing at Reed Smith LLP. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, m&a, and government. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1992), New Jersey (1993), and Virginia (2000). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (LL.M. Tax, 1998) and University of Richmond (B.A., 1989). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in McLean, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Christopher Brennan is a lawyer practicing corporate & securities, project finance, finance and 11 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Richmond in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • James practices at Reed Smith LLP in McLean, VA

Practice Areas Explained

James Christopher Brennan's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

James Christopher Brennan is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Virginia →

Government & Administrative Law

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

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Christopher Brennan

Where is James Christopher Brennan's law office located?
James Christopher Brennan's law practice is located in McLean, Virginia. The firm is Reed Smith LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Christopher Brennan handle?
James Christopher Brennan focuses on business, real estate, m&a, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has James Christopher Brennan practiced law?
James Christopher Brennan has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did James Christopher Brennan go to law school?
James Christopher Brennan earned their education at (LL.M. Tax, 1998); (B.A., 1989).
How can I contact James Christopher Brennan for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Christopher Brennan received?
James Christopher Brennan's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

LL.M. Tax
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1998
B.A.
University of Richmond
- 1989

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1992
New Jersey
Admitted: 1993
Virginia
Admitted: 2000

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