Atty. James M Edwards

Atty. James M Edwards

James M Edwards is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, products liability, workers compensation and 1 other area of law. James received a B.A. degree from Northeast Louisiana University in 1976, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Monroe Monroe 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About James M Edwards at a glance

James M Edwards is a Member based in Monroe, Louisiana, practicing at Theus, Grisham, Davis & Leigh, L.L.P.. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on workers comp, product liability, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1982). Educated at Louisiana State University (J.D., 1982) and Northeast Louisiana University (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Fourth Judicial District, Louisiana State (Member, House of Delegates, 1990-1992) and American Bar Associations Louisiana Association of Defense Counsel Volunteer Lawyers Project. Serands clients in Monroe, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James M Edwards is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, products liability, workers compensation and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Northeast Louisiana University in 1976, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • James practices at Theus, Grisham, Davis & Leigh, L.L.P. in Monroe, LA

Practice Areas Explained

James M Edwards's Areas of Practice

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

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

James M Edwards is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Louisiana →

Product Liability

James M Edwards is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Louisiana →

Civil Litigation

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

James M Edwards is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Louisiana →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

James M Edwards is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Louisiana →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Louisiana

Practicing law in Louisiana. Legal matters in Louisiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Monroe 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 substantive 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James M Edwards

Where is James M Edwards's law office located?
James M Edwards's law practice is located in Monroe, Louisiana. The firm is Theus, Grisham, Davis & Leigh, L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James M Edwards handle?
James M Edwards focuses on workers comp, product liability, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has James M Edwards practiced law?
James M Edwards has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did James M Edwards go to law school?
James M Edwards earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact James M Edwards for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James M Edwards received?
James M Edwards's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Louisiana State University
- 1982
B.A.
Northeast Louisiana University
- 1976

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1982

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