Atty. James K. Edwards

Atty. James K. Edwards

James K. Edwards is a lawyer practicing unfair competition law, non-compete agreements, trade secrets law.

Providence Providence 73 yrs experience 73 year
Call (401) 530-7917 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James K. Edwards at a glance

James K. Edwards is a trade secrets and employment contracts attorney based in Providence, Rhode Island. They have 73+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1953. Admitted to practice in Rhode Island (1953), U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island (1955), U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1962), and U.S. Supreme Court (1978). Educated at University of Michigan (A.B., 1993) and Harvard Law School (LL.B., 1952). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Providence, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James K. Edwards is a lawyer practicing unfair competition law, non-compete agreements, trade secrets law
  • James K. received a A.B. degree from University of Michigan in 1993, and has been licensed for 73 years
  • James K. practices in Providence, RI

Practice Areas Explained

James K. Edwards's Areas of Practice

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

Trade Secrets

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Employment Contracts

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Rhode Island

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

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Where is James K. Edwards's law office located?
James K. Edwards's law practice is located in Providence, Rhode Island. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James K. Edwards handle?
James K. Edwards focuses on trade secrets, employment contracts. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Rhode Island.
How long has James K. Edwards practiced law?
James K. Edwards has 73+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1953.
Where did James K. Edwards go to law school?
James K. Edwards earned their education at (A.B., 1993); (LL.B., 1952).
How can I contact James K. Edwards for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James K. Edwards received?
James K. Edwards's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

A.B.
University of Michigan
- 1993
LL.B.
Harvard Law School
- 1952

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Rhode Island
Admitted: 1953
U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island
Admitted: 1955
U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 1962
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1978
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1985

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