Atty. James Leonard Bacchus

Atty. James Leonard Bacchus

Mr. James Leonard Bacchus is a lawyer practicing international trade, government law & policy, latin american & iberian practice and 3 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About James Leonard Bacchus at a glance

James Leonard Bacchus is a government and international attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Admitted to practice in Florida (1979) and District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit U.S. District Court for the Midd (2005). Educated at Florida State University College of Law (J.D. FSU, 1978) and Vanderbilt University B.A. High Honors in History Vanderbilt University B.A. Phi Beta Kappa Vanderbilt University B.A. Member Vanderbilt University B.A. 1971 Founders Scholar Vanderbilt Unive (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. James Leonard Bacchus is a lawyer practicing international trade, government law & policy, latin american & iberian practice and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Vanderbilt University, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • James practices in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

James Leonard Bacchus's Areas of Practice

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

Government & Administrative Law

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

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International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

James Leonard Bacchus is one of 40,133 international attorneys indexed nationally. Browse international attorneys in District of Columbia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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

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Frequently Asked

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Where is James Leonard Bacchus's law office located?
James Leonard Bacchus's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Leonard Bacchus handle?
James Leonard Bacchus focuses on government, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has James Leonard Bacchus practiced law?
James Leonard Bacchus has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did James Leonard Bacchus go to law school?
James Leonard Bacchus earned their education at (J.D. FSU, 1978); (—).
How can I contact James Leonard Bacchus for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Leonard Bacchus received?
James Leonard Bacchus's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. FSU
Florida State University College of Law
- 1978
Vanderbilt University B.A. High Honors in History Vanderbilt University B.A. Phi Beta Kappa Vanderbilt University B.A. Member Vanderbilt University B.A. 1971 Founders Scholar Vanderbilt Unive
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1979
District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit U.S. District Court for the Midd
Admitted: 2005

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