Atty. James Hamilton Walsh

Atty. James Hamilton Walsh

James Hamilton Walsh is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, antitrust & trade regulation, class action/mdl litigation and 6 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Bridgewater College in 1968, and has been licensed for 51 years.

Richmond Richmond 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About James Hamilton Walsh at a glance

James Hamilton Walsh is a Partner based in Richmond, Virginia, practicing at McGuireWoods LLP. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, class action, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1975), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia (1975), U.S. District Court, Western District of Virginia and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1976), and U.S. Supreme Court (1982). Educated at University of Virginia School of Law (J.D., 1975) and Bridgewater College (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Richmond, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Hamilton Walsh is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, antitrust & trade regulation, class action/mdl litigation and 6 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Bridgewater College in 1968, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • James practices at McGuireWoods LLP in Richmond, VA

Practice Areas Explained

James Hamilton Walsh's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Class Action

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Product Liability

James Hamilton Walsh is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Virginia →

Civil Litigation

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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 Richmond 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Hamilton Walsh

Where is James Hamilton Walsh's law office located?
James Hamilton Walsh's law practice is located in Richmond, Virginia. The firm is McGuireWoods LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Hamilton Walsh handle?
James Hamilton Walsh focuses on criminal defense, business, class action, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has James Hamilton Walsh practiced law?
James Hamilton Walsh has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did James Hamilton Walsh go to law school?
James Hamilton Walsh earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1968).
How can I contact James Hamilton Walsh for a consultation?
You can contact James Hamilton Walsh 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 Hamilton Walsh received?
James Hamilton Walsh's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia School of Law
- 1975
B.A.
Bridgewater College
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, Western District of Virginia and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit Illinois Indiana
Admitted: 2001

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