Atty. James D. Slear
James D. Slear is a lawyer practicing import and export law, international trade regulation and compliance, government and commercial contracts and 1 other area of law.
Government And Commercial Contracts & More Attorney · Serving Washington, DC · 34+ Years Experience
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About James D. Slear at a Glance
James D. Slear is an Attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Thompson Coburn LLP. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on contracts, white collar, and international. Admitted to practice in Nevada (Inactive) (1992) and District of Columbia U.S. Court of Federal Claims U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit (2001). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1992) and Oregon State University (M.S. University, 1987). Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James D. Slear
- James D. Slear is a lawyer practicing import and export law, international trade regulation and compliance, government and commercial contracts and 1 other area of law
- James received a M.S. degree from Oregon State University in 1987, and has been licensed for 34 years
- James practices at Thompson Coburn LLP in Washington, DC
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James D. Slear's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James D. Slear handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Washington.
Contracts in Washington
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White Collar Crimes in Washington
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International Law in Washington
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Washington
Practicing law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Washington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Washington-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Washington Choose James D. Slear
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish James D. Slear's practice in the field of contracts, white collar, and international.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James D. Slear brings 34+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Nevada (Inactive) and District of Columbia U.S. Court of Federal Claims U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit, James D. Slear can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering contracts, white collar, and international, James D. Slear can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Washington
A Washington-based practice means James D. Slear attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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