Atty. James Dougherty

Atty. James Dougherty

James Dougherty is a lawyer practicing business law and transactions, government contracting. James received a B.A. degree from College of William & Mary in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years.

Vienna Vienna 36 Years Experience 36 year
Call (703) 273-8823

Profile Summary

About James Dougherty at a glance

James Dougherty is a Principal based in Vienna, Virginia, practicing at Offit Kurman. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on business and government. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1990), District of Columbia (1996), and California (2007). Educated at New York University School of Law (J.D., 1990) and College of William & Mary (B.A., 1987). Serves clients in Vienna, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Dougherty is a lawyer practicing business law and transactions, government contracting
  • James received a B.A. degree from College of William & Mary in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • James practices at Offit Kurman in Vienna, VA and 2 others locations

Practice Areas Explained

James Dougherty's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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 Vienna 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 venue, 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Dougherty

Where is James Dougherty's law office located?
James Dougherty's law practice is located in Vienna, Virginia. The firm is Offit Kurman. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Dougherty handle?
James Dougherty focuses on business, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has James Dougherty practiced law?
James Dougherty has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did James Dougherty go to law school?
James Dougherty earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1987).
How can I contact James Dougherty for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
New York University School of Law
- 1990
B.A.
College of William & Mary
- 1987

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1990
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1996
California
Admitted: 2007

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