Atty. James Lawrence Durham

Atty. James Lawrence Durham

James Lawrence Durham is a lawyer practicing real estate law, construction law, business law and 2 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of Missouri, Columbia in 1976, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Jefferson City Jefferson City 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About James Lawrence Durham at a glance

James Lawrence Durham is a business, real estate, construction, litigation, and government attorney based in Jefferson City, Missouri. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1981) and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri (1981). Educated at University of Missouri, Columbia (J.D., 1981) and University of Missouri, Columbia (B.A. University, 1976). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Jefferson City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Lawrence Durham is a lawyer practicing real estate law, construction law, business law and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Missouri, Columbia in 1976, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • James practices in Jefferson City, MO

Practice Areas Explained

James Lawrence Durham's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Lawrence Durham 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.

James Lawrence Durham is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Missouri →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

James Lawrence Durham is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Missouri →

Construction Law

James Lawrence Durham is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Missouri →

Civil Litigation

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

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

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

James Lawrence Durham is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Missouri →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Missouri

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Lawrence Durham

Where is James Lawrence Durham's law office located?
James Lawrence Durham's law practice is located in Jefferson City, Missouri. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Lawrence Durham handle?
James Lawrence Durham focuses on business, real estate, construction, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has James Lawrence Durham practiced law?
James Lawrence Durham has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did James Lawrence Durham go to law school?
James Lawrence Durham earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A. University, 1976).
How can I contact James Lawrence Durham for a consultation?
You can contact James Lawrence Durham 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 Durham received?
James Lawrence Durham's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Missouri, Columbia
- 1981
B.A. University
University of Missouri, Columbia
- 1976

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri
Admitted: 1981

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