Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Juneau, AK · 34+ Years Experience
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About James E. Curtain at a Glance
James E. Curtain is a personal injury, family law, business, juvenile, and litigation attorney based in Juneau, Alaska. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Admitted to practice in Alaska (1992). Educated at Willamette University (J.D., 1992) and State University of New York at Binghamton (B.A., 1977). Serves clients in Juneau, AK and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James E. Curtain
- Mr. James E. Curtain is a lawyer practicing family law, commercial litigation, personal injury and 1 other area of law
- James received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Binghamton in 1977, and has been licensed for 34 years
- James practices in Juneau, AK
Practice Areas Explained
James E. Curtain's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James E. Curtain handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Juneau.
Personal Injury in Juneau
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 E. Curtain is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Alaska →
Family Law in Juneau
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
James E. Curtain is one of 185,688 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Alaska →
Business & Corporate Law in Juneau
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
James E. Curtain is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Alaska →
Juvenile Law in Juneau
James E. Curtain is one of 30,433 juvenile attorneys indexed nationally. Browse juvenile attorneys in Alaska →
Civil Litigation in Juneau
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
James E. Curtain is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Alaska →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Juneau
Practicing law in Alaska. Legal matters in Alaska are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Juneau are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Alaska state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Alaska 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 Alaska courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Juneau Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Juneau-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Juneau Choose James E. Curtain
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish James E. Curtain's practice in the field of personal injury, family law, business, juvenile, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James E. Curtain brings 34+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, family law, and business, James E. Curtain can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Juneau
A Juneau-based practice means James E. Curtain attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues James E. Curtain Handles in Juneau
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters James E. Curtain has experience with under Alaska law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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