Atty. James Dudley Mayson

Atty. James Dudley Mayson

James Dudley Mayson is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice, insurance defense. James received a B.A. degree from Hampden-Sydney College in 1988, and has been licensed for 25 years.

Staunton Staunton 25 yrs experience 25 year
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Profile Summary

About James Dudley Mayson at a glance

James Dudley Mayson is a Member based in Staunton, Virginia, practicing at TimberlakeSmith. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice and insurance. Admitted to practice in Virginia (2001), Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals (2001), and U.S. District Court, for the Western and Eastern District of Virginia (2003). Educated at Emory University School of Law (J.D., 2001) and Hampden-Sydney College (B.A., 1988). Active member of Staunton-Augusta, Virginia and American Bar Associations Virginia Association of Defense Attorneys. Serands clients in Staunton, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Dudley Mayson is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice, insurance defense
  • James received a B.A. degree from Hampden-Sydney College in 1988, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • James practices at TimberlakeSmith in Staunton, VA

Practice Areas Explained

James Dudley Mayson's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

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

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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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 Staunton 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 andnue, 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 Dudley Mayson

Where is James Dudley Mayson's law office located?
James Dudley Mayson's law practice is located in Staunton, Virginia. The firm is TimberlakeSmith. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Dudley Mayson handle?
James Dudley Mayson focuses on medical malpractice, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has James Dudley Mayson practiced law?
James Dudley Mayson has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did James Dudley Mayson go to law school?
James Dudley Mayson earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.A., 1988).
How can I contact James Dudley Mayson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Emory University School of Law
- 2001
B.A.
Hampden-Sydney College
- 1988

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 2001
Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals
Admitted: 2001
U.S. District Court, for the Western and Eastern District of Virginia
Admitted: 2003

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