Atty. James Howard Gale

Atty. James Howard Gale

Mr. James Howard Gale is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, antitrust law, fraud.

Washington Washington 39 yrs experience 39 year
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About James Howard Gale at a glance

James Howard Gale is a Member based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at James H. Gale. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, and consumer. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1987), New York (1990), District of Columbia (2006), and Colorado (2020). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1987) and Gustavus Adolphus College (B.A., 1983). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. James Howard Gale is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, antitrust law, fraud
  • James received a B.A. degree from Gustavus Adolphus College in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • James practices at James H. Gale in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

James Howard Gale's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Civil Litigation

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Consumer Protection

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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 Howard Gale

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

J.D.
University of Michigan
- 1987
B.A.
Gustavus Adolphus College
- 1983

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1987
New York
Admitted: 1990
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2006
Colorado
Admitted: 2020

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