Atty. James Lawrence Cole

Atty. James Lawrence Cole

James Lawrence Cole is a lawyer practicing employment law, employment litigation, discrimination and 3 other areas of law. James received a A.B. degree from Princeton University in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Akron Akron 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About James Lawrence Cole at a glance

James Lawrence Cole is a First Energy based in Akron, Ohio. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on employment, litigation, civil rights, and adr. Admitted to practice in West Virginia (inactive) (1991), U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of West Virginia (1991), Ohio (1994), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio and Western District of Pennsylvania (1994). Educated at University of Pittsburgh (J.D., 1991) and Princeton University (A.B., 1988). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Akron, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Lawrence Cole is a lawyer practicing employment law, employment litigation, discrimination and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a A.B. degree from Princeton University in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • James practices in Akron, OH

Practice Areas Explained

James Lawrence Cole's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

James Lawrence Cole is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Ohio →

Civil Litigation

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

James Lawrence Cole is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Ohio →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

James Lawrence Cole is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Ohio →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

James Lawrence Cole is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Ohio →

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 Akron 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 Lawrence Cole

Where is James Lawrence Cole's law office located?
James Lawrence Cole's law practice is located in Akron, Ohio. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Lawrence Cole handle?
James Lawrence Cole focuses on employment, litigation, civil rights, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has James Lawrence Cole practiced law?
James Lawrence Cole has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did James Lawrence Cole go to law school?
James Lawrence Cole earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (A.B., 1988).
How can I contact James Lawrence Cole for a consultation?
You can contact James Lawrence Cole 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 Lawrence Cole received?
James Lawrence Cole's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Pittsburgh
- 1991
A.B.
Princeton University
- 1988

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

West Virginia (inactive)
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of West Virginia
Admitted: 1991
Ohio
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio and Western District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1994
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 2000

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