Atty. James L. Waters

Atty. James L. Waters

James L. Waters is a lawyer practicing europe, middle east and africa, business, capital commitment subscription financings and 13 other areas of law.

Cleveland Cleveland 28 yrs experience 28 year
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Profile Summary

About James L. Waters at a glance

James L. Waters is a Partner based in Cleveland, Ohio. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on business, securities, creditor rights, litigation, and energy. Admitted to practice in New York (1998) and Texas (2001). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1996) and Columbia University (B.A., 1989). Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James L. Waters is a lawyer practicing europe, middle east and africa, business, capital commitment subscription financings and 13 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Columbia University in 1989, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • James practices in Cleveland, OH

Practice Areas Explained

James L. Waters's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James L. Waters 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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Securities Law

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Creditor Rights & Collections

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Energy & Utilities Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James L. Waters

Where is James L. Waters's law office located?
James L. Waters's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James L. Waters handle?
James L. Waters focuses on business, securities, creditor rights, litigation, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has James L. Waters practiced law?
James L. Waters has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did James L. Waters go to law school?
James L. Waters earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A., 1989).
How can I contact James L. Waters for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1996
B.A.
Columbia University
- 1989

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1998
Texas
Admitted: 2001

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