Atty. James D. Lawlor

Atty. James D. Lawlor

James D. Lawlor is a lawyer practicing land use law, land use & zoning.

Silver Spring Silver Spring 57 yrs experience 57 year
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About James D. Lawlor at a glance

James D. Lawlor is a Member based in Silver Spring, Maryland, practicing at James D. Lawlor. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on zoning. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1969) and Maryland (1983). Educated at Boston College (J.D., 1969) and Boston College (B.S., 1966). Active member of American Bar Association. Serands clients in Silver Spring, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James D. Lawlor is a lawyer practicing land use law, land use & zoning
  • James received a B.S. degree from Boston College in 1966, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • James practices at James D. Lawlor in Silver Spring, MD

Practice Areas Explained

James D. Lawlor's Areas of Practice

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

Land Use & Zoning

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Maryland

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

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Where is James D. Lawlor's law office located?
James D. Lawlor's law practice is located in Silver Spring, Maryland. The firm is James D. Lawlor. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James D. Lawlor handle?
James D. Lawlor focuses on zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has James D. Lawlor practiced law?
James D. Lawlor has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did James D. Lawlor go to law school?
James D. Lawlor earned their education at (J.D., 1969); (B.S., 1966).
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Education

J.D.
Boston College
- 1969
B.S.
Boston College
- 1966

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1969
Maryland
Admitted: 1983

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