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Atty. James M Cunningham

Atty. James M Cunningham

James M Cunningham is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, banking, real estate and 2 other areas of law. James received a B.S.B.A. degree from University of Southwestern Louisiana in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years.

Rayne Rayne 53 yrs experience 53 year
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About James M Cunningham at a glance

James M Cunningham is a Member based in Rayne, Louisiana, practforg at Beslin & Cunningham, L.L.C.. They haand 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1973), U.S. District Court, Western District of Louisiana (1974), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1980). Educated at Tulane University (J.D., 1973) and University of Southwestern Louisiana (B.S.B.A., 1970). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Actiand member of Acadia Parish, Louisiana State and American Bar Associations Louisiana Association of Defense Counsel. Serands clients in Rayne, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James M Cunningham is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, banking, real estate and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S.B.A. degree from University of Southwestern Louisiana in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • James practices at Beslin & Cunningham, L.L.C. in Rayne, LA

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Louisiana

Practforg law in Louisiana. Legal matters in Louisiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Rayne are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Louisiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Louisiana brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Louisiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is James M Cunningham's law office located?
James M Cunningham's law practice is located in Rayne, Louisiana. The firm is Beslin & Cunningham, L.L.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has James M Cunningham practiced law?
James M Cunningham has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did James M Cunningham go to law school?
James M Cunningham earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.S.B.A., 1970).
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What awards or recognition has James M Cunningham receiandd?
James M Cunningham's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Tulane University
- 1973
B.S.B.A.
University of Southwestern Louisiana
- 1970

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, Western District of Louisiana
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1980

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