Atty. James Frederick Jorden

Atty. James Frederick Jorden

Mr. James Frederick Jorden is a lawyer practicing insurance and securities industry, litigation, corporate and pension litigation and 4 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 60 yrs experience 60 year
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About James Frederick Jorden at a glance

James Frederick Jorden is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Their practice focuses on employment, business, class action, securities, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Virginia U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit U.S. Claims Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circui (1966), District of Columbia (1968), and Florida (1982). Educated at George Washington University (LL.B. Editor, 1996) and Dickinson College B.A. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. James Frederick Jorden is a lawyer practicing insurance and securities industry, litigation, corporate and pension litigation and 4 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Dickinson College, and has been licensed for 60 years
  • James practices at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

James Frederick Jorden's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Frederick Jorden 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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Class Action

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Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Frederick Jorden

Where is James Frederick Jorden's law office located?
James Frederick Jorden's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Frederick Jorden handle?
James Frederick Jorden focuses on employment, business, class action, securities, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has James Frederick Jorden practiced law?
James Frederick Jorden has 60+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1966.
Where did James Frederick Jorden go to law school?
James Frederick Jorden earned their education at (LL.B. Editor, 1996); (—).
How can I contact James Frederick Jorden for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Frederick Jorden received?
James Frederick Jorden's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B. Editor
George Washington University
- 1996
Dickinson College B.A.
- In Progress

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit U.S. Claims Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circui
Admitted: 1966
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1968
Florida
Admitted: 1982

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