Atty. James Christopher Cosby

Atty. James Christopher Cosby

James Christopher Cosby is a lawyer practicing accounting malpractice, appellate practice, commercial litigation and 11 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Virginia Military Institute, and has been licensed for 40 years.

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About James Christopher Cosby at a glance

James Christopher Cosby is a Partner based in Richmond, Virginia. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on employment, business, real estate, bankruptcy, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1986). Educated at Virginia Military Institute B.A. Economics (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of PROFESSIONAL & COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES Virginia Bar Association/Virginia State Bar Joint Committee on Alternative Dispute Resolution (JADRC), Chair (2018-19) Governor's Policy Council on Commerce and Trade, Gov, C, and Williams School of Law, University of Richmond, Adjunct Professor of Law Leadership Metro Richmond, Class of 2009 The Richmond Ballet, Former Trustee U. Serands clients in Richmond, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Christopher Cosby is a lawyer practicing accounting malpractice, appellate practice, commercial litigation and 11 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Virginia Military Institute, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • James practices in Richmond, VA

Practice Areas Explained

James Christopher Cosby's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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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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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

James Christopher Cosby is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Virginia →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Richmond 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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Where is James Christopher Cosby's law office located?
James Christopher Cosby's law practice is located in Richmond, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Christopher Cosby handle?
James Christopher Cosby focuses on employment, business, real estate, bankruptcy, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has James Christopher Cosby practiced law?
James Christopher Cosby has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did James Christopher Cosby go to law school?
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What awards or recognition has James Christopher Cosby received?
James Christopher Cosby's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

Virginia Military Institute B.A. Economics
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1986

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