Atty. James David Vail

Atty. James David Vail

James David Vail is a lawyer practicing business law, health law, labour and employment and 1 other area of law. James received a B.A. degree from Case Western Reserve University in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Cleveland Cleveland 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About James David Vail at a glance

James David Vail is a Partner based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at Schneider Bell. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on employment, business, litigation, and health care. Admitted to practice in Ohio United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit United States Supreme Court (1979). Educated at Case Western Reserve University (J.D., 1979) and Case Western Reserve University (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association, Ohio State Bar Association, Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association, American Health Lawyers Association, Eighth District Judicial Conference, Life Member. Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James David Vail is a lawyer practicing business law, health law, labour and employment and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Case Western Reserve University in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • James practices at Schneider Bell in Cleveland, OH

Practice Areas Explained

James David Vail's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James David Vail 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.

James David Vail is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →

Civil Litigation

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

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Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

James David Vail is one of 66,735 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in Ohio →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James David Vail

Where is James David Vail's law office located?
James David Vail's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. The firm is Schneider Bell. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James David Vail handle?
James David Vail focuses on employment, business, litigation, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has James David Vail practiced law?
James David Vail has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did James David Vail go to law school?
James David Vail earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact James David Vail for a consultation?
You can contact James David Vail directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James David Vail received?
James David Vail's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Case Western Reserve University
- 1979
B.A.
Case Western Reserve University
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit United States Supreme Court
Admitted: 1979

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