Atty. James E. Fanto

Atty. James E. Fanto

James E. Fanto is a lawyer practicing broker-dealer litigation and arbitration, commercial litigation, data breach and 3 other areas of law.

Sarasota Sarasota 9 yrs experience 9 year
Call (941) 337-1619 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James E. Fanto at a glance

James E. Fanto is an Associate based in Sarasota, Florida, practicing at Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick, LLP. They have 9+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2017. Their practice focuses on business, securities, litigation, adr, and internet. Admitted to practice in Florida (2017) and Pennsylvania (2018). Educated at University of Florida Levin College of Law (J.D., 2017) and Johns Hopkins University (B.A. Economics, 2014). Serands clients in Sarasota, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James E. Fanto is a lawyer practicing broker-dealer litigation and arbitration, commercial litigation, data breach and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Johns Hopkins University in 2014, and has been licensed for 9 years
  • James practices at Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick, LLP in Sarasota, FL

Practice Areas Explained

James E. Fanto's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James E. Fanto 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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Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

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Internet & Cyber Law

Internet and cyber lawyers for data breaches, online defamation, privacy law, and cybersecurity matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James E. Fanto

Where is James E. Fanto's law office located?
James E. Fanto's law practice is located in Sarasota, Florida. The firm is Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James E. Fanto handle?
James E. Fanto focuses on business, securities, litigation, adr, internet. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has James E. Fanto practiced law?
James E. Fanto has 9+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2017.
Where did James E. Fanto go to law school?
James E. Fanto earned their education at (J.D., 2017); (B.A. Economics, 2014).
How can I contact James E. Fanto for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Florida Levin College of Law
- 2017
B.A. Economics
Johns Hopkins University
- 2014

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 2017
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2018

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