Atty. James Elliott Durkee

Atty. James Elliott Durkee

James Elliott Durkee is a lawyer practicing international trade and investment. James received a B.A. degree from University of Southern California in 1979, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Reston Reston 40 yrs experience 40 year
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About James Elliott Durkee at a glance

James Elliott Durkee is a international attorney based in Reston, Virginia. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Admitted to practice in California (1986). Educated at University of California School of Law at Davis (J.D. University, 1986) and University of Southern California (B.A., 1979). Serands clients in Reston, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Elliott Durkee is a lawyer practicing international trade and investment
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Southern California in 1979, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • James practices in Reston, VA

Practice Areas Explained

James Elliott Durkee's Areas of Practice

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

International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

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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 Reston 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 andnue, 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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Where is James Elliott Durkee's law office located?
James Elliott Durkee's law practice is located in Reston, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Elliott Durkee handle?
James Elliott Durkee focuses on international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has James Elliott Durkee practiced law?
James Elliott Durkee has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did James Elliott Durkee go to law school?
James Elliott Durkee earned their education at (J.D. University, 1986); (B.A., 1979).
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Education

J.D. University
University of California School of Law at Davis
- 1986
B.A.
University of Southern California
- 1979

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1986

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