Atty. James Leslie Allison

Atty. James Leslie Allison

Mr. James Leslie Allison is a lawyer practicing creditors rights, bankruptcy, corporate law and 3 other areas of law.

Philadelphia Philadelphia 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About James Leslie Allison at a glance

James Leslie Allison is a business, bankruptcy, creditor rights, and civil rights attorney based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1984) and District of Columbia (1986). Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1983) and Bucknell University (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. James Leslie Allison is a lawyer practicing creditors rights, bankruptcy, corporate law and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Bucknell University in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • James practices in Philadelphia, PA

Practice Areas Explained

James Leslie Allison's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Leslie Allison 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 Leslie Allison is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

James Leslie Allison is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Creditor Rights & Collections

James Leslie Allison is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Civil Rights

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

James Leslie Allison is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Leslie Allison

Where is James Leslie Allison's law office located?
James Leslie Allison's law practice is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Leslie Allison handle?
James Leslie Allison focuses on business, bankruptcy, creditor rights, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has James Leslie Allison practiced law?
James Leslie Allison has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did James Leslie Allison go to law school?
James Leslie Allison earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact James Leslie Allison for a consultation?
You can contact James Leslie Allison 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 Leslie Allison received?
James Leslie Allison's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 1983
B.A.
Bucknell University
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1984
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1986

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