Atty. James Donald Maxwell

Atty. James Donald Maxwell

Mr. James Donald Maxwell is a lawyer practicing personal injury litigation, civil rights.

Kenner Kenner 57 yrs experience 57 year
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Profile Summary

About James Donald Maxwell at a glance

James Donald Maxwell is a Member based in Kenner, Louisiana, practicing at James Donald Maxwell Attorney at Law. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on personal injury and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1969), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana (1969), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1969), and Mississippi (1970). Educated at Loyola University (J.D., 1969) and Mississippi College (B.S. University, 1962). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Jefferson, Louisiana State, New York State and American Bar Associations Mississippi State Bar Louisiana District Attorneys Association National District Attorneys Association Louisiana Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Kenner, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. James Donald Maxwell is a lawyer practicing personal injury litigation, civil rights
  • James Donald received a B.S. degree from Mississippi College in 1962, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • James Donald practices at James Donald Maxwell Attorney at Law in Kenner, LA

Practice Areas Explained

James Donald Maxwell's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

James Donald Maxwell is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Louisiana →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

James Donald Maxwell is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Louisiana →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Louisiana

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Donald Maxwell

Where is James Donald Maxwell's law office located?
James Donald Maxwell's law practice is located in Kenner, Louisiana. The firm is James Donald Maxwell Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Donald Maxwell handle?
James Donald Maxwell focuses on personal injury, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has James Donald Maxwell practiced law?
James Donald Maxwell has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did James Donald Maxwell go to law school?
James Donald Maxwell earned their education at (J.D., 1969); (B.S. University, 1962).
How can I contact James Donald Maxwell for a consultation?
You can contact James Donald Maxwell 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 Donald Maxwell received?
James Donald Maxwell's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Loyola University
- 1969
B.S. University
Mississippi College
- 1962

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1969
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana
Admitted: 1969
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1969
Mississippi
Admitted: 1970
New York
Admitted: 1989

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