Atty. James Edward Fitting

Atty. James Edward Fitting

James Edward Fitting is a lawyer practicing commercial law, indian/gaming, adr/mediation/arbitration and 7 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan in 1960, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Albuquerque Albuquerque 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About James Edward Fitting at a glance

James Edward Fitting is a Member based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, practicing at Fitting Law. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on employment, business, real estate, construction, and landlord/tenant. Admitted to practice in California (Inactive) (1987), U.S. District Court, District of Arizona (1994), Arizona (inactive) (1996), and New Mexico (1996). Educated at National University School of Law. San Diego, California (J.D., 1987) and Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan (B.A., 1960). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of California State Bar of Arizona State Bar of New Mexico American Bar Association (Member, Litigation Section) Association of Business Trial Lawyers of San Diego. Serands clients in Albuquerque, NM and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Edward Fitting is a lawyer practicing commercial law, indian/gaming, adr/mediation/arbitration and 7 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan in 1960, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • James practices at Fitting Law in Albuquerque, NM

Practice Areas Explained

James Edward Fitting's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Construction Law

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Landlord & Tenant

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Mexico

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Edward Fitting

Where is James Edward Fitting's law office located?
James Edward Fitting's law practice is located in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The firm is Fitting Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Edward Fitting handle?
James Edward Fitting focuses on employment, business, real estate, construction, landlord/tenant. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Mexico.
How long has James Edward Fitting practiced law?
James Edward Fitting has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did James Edward Fitting go to law school?
James Edward Fitting earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1960).
How can I contact James Edward Fitting for a consultation?
You can contact James Edward Fitting 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 Edward Fitting received?
James Edward Fitting's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
National University School of Law. San Diego, California
- 1987
B.A.
Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan
- 1960

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California (Inactive)
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, District of Arizona
Admitted: 1994
Arizona (inactive)
Admitted: 1996
New Mexico
Admitted: 1996
Navajo Nation
Admitted: 1999

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