Atty. James Joseph Debelius

Atty. James Joseph Debelius

James Joseph Debelius is a lawyer practicing insurance & worker's compensation, commercial litigation, defense and 13 other areas of law. James received a B.S.B.A. degree from University of Maryland in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Gaithersburg Gaithersburg 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About James Joseph Debelius at a glance

James Joseph Debelius is a Member based in Gaithersburg, Maryland, practicing at Clifford, Debelius & Boynton, Chartered. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, medical malpractice, and wrongful death. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1979) and U.S. District Court, District of Maryland (1979). Educated at University of Maryland (J.D., 1979) and University of Maryland (B.S.B.A., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Montgomery County and Maryland State Bar Associations Maryland Trial Lawyers Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Gaithersburg, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Joseph Debelius is a lawyer practicing insurance & worker's compensation, commercial litigation, defense and 13 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S.B.A. degree from University of Maryland in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • James practices at Clifford, Debelius & Boynton, Chartered in Gaithersburg, MD

Practice Areas Explained

James Joseph Debelius's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

James Joseph Debelius is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Maryland →

Trusts

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

Probate

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Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

James Joseph Debelius is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Maryland →

Wrongful Death

James Joseph Debelius is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death 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 Gaithersburg 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 Joseph Debelius

Where is James Joseph Debelius's law office located?
James Joseph Debelius's law practice is located in Gaithersburg, Maryland. The firm is Clifford, Debelius & Boynton, Chartered. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Joseph Debelius handle?
James Joseph Debelius focuses on wills, trusts, probate, medical malpractice, wrongful death. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has James Joseph Debelius practiced law?
James Joseph Debelius has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did James Joseph Debelius go to law school?
James Joseph Debelius earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.S.B.A., 1976).
How can I contact James Joseph Debelius for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Joseph Debelius received?
James Joseph Debelius's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Maryland
- 1979
B.S.B.A.
University of Maryland
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, District of Maryland
Admitted: 1979

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