Atty. James Harrison West

Atty. James Harrison West

James Harrison West is a lawyer practicing business litigation, securities litigation, personal injury and 7 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Washington & Lee University in 1993, and has been licensed for 28 years.

Baltimore Baltimore 28 yrs experience 28 year
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Profile Summary

About James Harrison West at a glance

James Harrison West is a Member based in Baltimore, Maryland, practicing at West & Gaarder LLC. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on trusts, personal injury, criminal defense, estate planning, and employment. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1998) and U.S. District Court, District of Maryland and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1999). Educated at University of Maryland (J.D., 1998) and Washington & Lee University (B.A., 1993). Active member of Maryland State Bar Association, Inc and Maryland Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Baltimore, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Harrison West is a lawyer practicing business litigation, securities litigation, personal injury and 7 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Washington & Lee University in 1993, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • James practices at West & Gaarder LLC in Baltimore, MD

Practice Areas Explained

James Harrison West's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

James Harrison West is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Maryland →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

James Harrison West is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Maryland →

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.

James Harrison West is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Maryland →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

James Harrison West is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Maryland →

Employment Law

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

James Harrison West is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Maryland →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Maryland

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Harrison West

Where is James Harrison West's law office located?
James Harrison West's law practice is located in Baltimore, Maryland. The firm is West & Gaarder LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Harrison West handle?
James Harrison West focuses on trusts, personal injury, criminal defense, estate planning, employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has James Harrison West practiced law?
James Harrison West has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did James Harrison West go to law school?
James Harrison West earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.A., 1993).
How can I contact James Harrison West for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Maryland
- 1998
B.A.
Washington & Lee University
- 1993

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court, District of Maryland and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1999

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