Atty. James Edward Salles

Atty. James Edward Salles

Mr. James Edward Salles is a lawyer practicing business, investment & transactional tax, private client, appeals and 2 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 39 yrs experience 39 year
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About James Edward Salles at a glance

James Edward Salles is a Member, Washington, D.C. based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Caplin And Drysdale Chartered. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on irs, business, bankruptcy, tax, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1987) and District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Colum (1988). Educated at Emory University School of Law (J.D. Order, 1987) and Johns Hopkins University (B.A., 1983). Active member of Other Professional Affiliations Member, American Bar Association Member, District of Columbia Bar. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. James Edward Salles is a lawyer practicing business, investment & transactional tax, private client, appeals and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Johns Hopkins University in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • James practices at Caplin & Drysdale, Chartered in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

James Edward Salles's Areas of Practice

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

IRS Disputes & Audits

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Business & Corporate Law

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Edward Salles

Where is James Edward Salles's law office located?
James Edward Salles's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Caplin And Drysdale Chartered. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Edward Salles handle?
James Edward Salles focuses on irs, business, bankruptcy, tax, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has James Edward Salles practiced law?
James Edward Salles has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did James Edward Salles go to law school?
James Edward Salles earned their education at (J.D. Order, 1987); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact James Edward Salles for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. Order
Emory University School of Law
- 1987
B.A.
Johns Hopkins University
- 1983

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1987
District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Colum
Admitted: 1988

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