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James J. Faris is a Member based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at James J. Faris. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and tax. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1966), District of Columbia (1967), and U.S. Supreme Court (1969). Educated at Duke University (LL.B., 1966) and Duke University (B.A., 1960). Active member of The District of Columbia Bar Virginia State Bar. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. James J. Faris is a lawyer practicing estate planning law, administration law, probate law and 5 other areas of law
- James received a B.A. degree from Duke University in 1960, and has been licensed for 60 years
- James practices at James J. Faris in Washington, DC
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James J. Faris is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in District of Columbia →
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An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
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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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