Atty. James J. West

Atty. James J. West

James J. West is a lawyer practicing white collar crime, appellate practice, whistleblower and qui tam and 10 other areas of law.

Harrisburg Harrisburg 56 yrs experience 56 year
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Profile Summary

About James J. West at a glance

James J. West is a Counsel based in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, practicing at James J. West LLC. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, federal crimes, white collar, whistleblower, and consumer. Admitted to practice in U.S. Supreme Court, Pennsylvania Supreme Court, U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania (1970) and Pennsylvania (1971). Educated at Duquesne University (J.D., 1970) and St. Vincent College B.A. (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Harrisburg, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James J. West is a lawyer practicing white collar crime, appellate practice, whistleblower and qui tam and 10 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from St. Vincent College, and has been licensed for 56 years
  • James practices at James J. West LLC in Harrisburg, PA

Practice Areas Explained

James J. West's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James J. West 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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Federal Crimes

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White Collar Crimes

James J. West is one of 20,025 white collar attorneys indexed nationally. Browse white collar attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Whistleblower & Retaliation

James J. West is one of 3,552 whistleblower attorneys indexed nationally. Browse whistleblower attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Consumer Protection

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James J. West

Where is James J. West's law office located?
James J. West's law practice is located in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The firm is James J. West LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James J. West handle?
James J. West focuses on criminal defense, federal crimes, white collar, whistleblower, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has James J. West practiced law?
James J. West has 56+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1970.
Where did James J. West go to law school?
James J. West earned their education at (J.D., 1970); (—).
How can I contact James J. West for a consultation?
You can contact James J. West 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 J. West received?
James J. West's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Duquesne University
- 1970
St. Vincent College B.A.
- In Progress

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

U.S. Supreme Court, Pennsylvania Supreme Court, U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1970
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1971

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