Atty. James Durling Fullerton

Atty. James Durling Fullerton

James Durling Fullerton is a lawyer practicing construction law, real estate, banking and lender representation and 61 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of Colorado at Boulder, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Clifton Clifton 42 Years Experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About James Durling Fullerton at a glance

James Durling Fullerton is a President based in Clifton, Virginia, practicing at Fullerton & Knowles, P.C.. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on formation, contracts, criminal defense, employment, and business. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1984), District of Columbia (1985), and Maryland U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit U.S. District Court, Western District of Virginia U.S (1992). Educated at University of Virginia J.D. (—) and University of Colorado at Boulder B.A. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of C and Associated Builders & Contractors, Heavy Construction Contractors Association Precast Concrete Association of Virginia Central Atlantic Precast Concrete Association. Serves clients in Clifton, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Durling Fullerton is a lawyer practicing construction law, real estate, banking and lender representation and 61 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Colorado at Boulder, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • James practices at Fullerton & Knowles, P.C. in Clifton, VA

Practice Areas Explained

James Durling Fullerton's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

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Contracts

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Criminal Defense

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Employment Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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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 Clifton 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 Durling Fullerton

Where is James Durling Fullerton's law office located?
James Durling Fullerton's law practice is located in Clifton, Virginia. The firm is Fullerton & Knowles, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Durling Fullerton handle?
James Durling Fullerton focuses on formation, contracts, criminal defense, employment, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has James Durling Fullerton practiced law?
James Durling Fullerton has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did James Durling Fullerton go to law school?
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What awards or recognition has James Durling Fullerton received?
James Durling Fullerton's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Banking and Lender Representation Construction Law Real Estate Adverse Possession Bankruptcy Preference Defense Bidding Disputes Board of Contractor Regulation and Complaint Defense Boundary Disputes Buying and Selling of Businesses Changes, Project Delays and Other Claims Commercial Litigation Commercial Loan Default, Foreclosure and Workouts Commercial Transactions and Loan Closings Condominium Law Construction And Design Law Construction And Surety Law Construction Arbitration Construction Claims Construction Contract Litigation Construction Contracts Construction Finance Construction Liens Construction Litigation Construction Mediation Construction Workouts Contract Formation and Disputes Contractor Performance Bonds Corporate Formation and Decision Making Credit Management Criminal Defense Defects in Labor and Materials Design Defects in Plans and Specifications Disadvantaged Business Enterprises Drafting and Negotiating Real Estate Contracts Easements Inefficiency, Impact and Delay Claims Land Acquisitions Leases - Landlord and Tenant Litigation, Arbitration, Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution Materialmens Liens Mechanic's Liens Payment and Performance Bond Claims Public and Private Projects Public Construction Law Public Procurement Quiet Title Real Estate Acquisitions Real Estate Banking Law Real Estate Bankruptcy Real Estate Brokerage Law Real Estate Brokers And Agents Liability Real Estate Brokers Licensing Real Estate Contracts Real Estate Development Real Estate Finance Real Estate Leasing Real Estate Litigation Real Estate Sales Real Estate Secured Lending Representing Creditors In Bankruptcy Representing Owners, Design Professionals, Suppliers, Subcontractors and General Contractors Right Of Way Easements Uniform Commercial Code Writing, Reviewing and Revising Contracts

Education

University of Virginia J.D.
- In Progress
University of Colorado at Boulder B.A.
- In Progress

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1984
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1985
Maryland U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit U.S. District Court, Western District of Virginia U.S
Admitted: 1992

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