Atty. James Christopher Clifton

Atty. James Christopher Clifton

James Christopher Clifton is a lawyer practicing corporate law, securities, finance and 1 other area of law. James received a B.S. degree from Excelsior College in 1994, and has been licensed for 26 years.

Stamford Stamford 26 yrs experience 26 year
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About James Christopher Clifton at a glance

James Christopher Clifton is a General Counsel based in Stamford, Connecticut. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, and securities. Admitted to practice in Indiana (2000), New York U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana (2000), Connecticut (2001), and Pennsylvania (2005). Educated at Vanderbilt University (J.D., 1999) and Excelsior College (B.S. Accounting, 1994). Active member of Association of Corporate Counsel Society of Corporate Secretaries and Governance Professionals American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. Serands clients in Stamford, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Christopher Clifton is a lawyer practicing corporate law, securities, finance and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Excelsior College in 1994, and has been licensed for 26 years
  • James practices in Stamford, CT

Practice Areas Explained

James Christopher Clifton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Christopher Clifton 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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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Securities Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Connecticut

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

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Frequently Asked

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Where is James Christopher Clifton's law office located?
James Christopher Clifton's law practice is located in Stamford, Connecticut. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Christopher Clifton handle?
James Christopher Clifton focuses on business, m&a, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has James Christopher Clifton practiced law?
James Christopher Clifton has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did James Christopher Clifton go to law school?
James Christopher Clifton earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.S. Accounting, 1994).
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Education

J.D.
Vanderbilt University
- 1999
B.S. Accounting
Excelsior College
- 1994

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 2000
New York U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana
Admitted: 2000
Connecticut
Admitted: 2001
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2005

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