Atty. James Douglas Holliday

Atty. James Douglas Holliday

James Douglas Holliday is a lawyer practicing personal injury, automobile accidents and injuries, medical negligence and 7 other areas of law. James received a B.B.A. degree from Eastern Kentucky University in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years.

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Profile Summary

About James Douglas Holliday at a glance

James Douglas Holliday is a Member based in Hazard, Kentucky, practicing at James D. Holliday. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on car accidents, probate, medical malpractice, personal injury, and family law. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1977) and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky (1977). Educated at Salmon P. Chase Law School Northern Kentucky University (J.D., 1977) and Eastern Kentucky University (B.B.A. Accounting, 1973). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Hazard, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Douglas Holliday is a lawyer practicing personal injury, automobile accidents and injuries, medical negligence and 7 other areas of law
  • James received a B.B.A. degree from Eastern Kentucky University in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • James practices at James D. Holliday in Hazard, KY

Practice Areas Explained

James Douglas Holliday's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Probate

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Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

James Douglas Holliday is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Kentucky →

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 Douglas Holliday is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Kentucky →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Kentucky

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Douglas Holliday

Where is James Douglas Holliday's law office located?
James Douglas Holliday's law practice is located in Hazard, Kentucky. The firm is James D. Holliday. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Douglas Holliday handle?
James Douglas Holliday focuses on car accidents, probate, medical malpractice, personal injury, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has James Douglas Holliday practiced law?
James Douglas Holliday has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did James Douglas Holliday go to law school?
James Douglas Holliday earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.B.A. Accounting, 1973).
How can I contact James Douglas Holliday for a consultation?
You can contact James Douglas Holliday 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 Douglas Holliday received?
James Douglas Holliday's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Salmon P. Chase Law School Northern Kentucky University
- 1977
B.B.A. Accounting
Eastern Kentucky University
- 1973

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky
Admitted: 1977

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