Atty. James Malachy Morris

Atty. James Malachy Morris

James Malachy Morris is a lawyer practicing real estate, mineral law, environmental law and 1 other area of law. James received a B.A. degree from Southern Illinois University in 1969, and has been licensed for 50 years.

McLean McLean 50 yrs experience 50 year
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About James Malachy Morris at a glance

James Malachy Morris is a real estate and environmental attorney based in McLean, Virginia. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Admitted to practice in U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois (1976), New York (1978), Illinois (1980), and District of Columbia (1989). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1972) and Southern Illinois University (B.A., 1969). Serands clients in McLean, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Malachy Morris is a lawyer practicing real estate, mineral law, environmental law and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Southern Illinois University in 1969, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • James practices in McLean, VA

Practice Areas Explained

James Malachy Morris's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

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

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

James Malachy Morris is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Virginia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Malachy Morris

Where is James Malachy Morris's law office located?
James Malachy Morris's law practice is located in McLean, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Malachy Morris handle?
James Malachy Morris focuses on real estate, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has James Malachy Morris practiced law?
James Malachy Morris has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did James Malachy Morris go to law school?
James Malachy Morris earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.A., 1969).
How can I contact James Malachy Morris for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Illinois
- 1972
B.A.
Southern Illinois University
- 1969

Bar Admissions

U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1976
New York
Admitted: 1978
Illinois
Admitted: 1980
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1989
Kentucky
Admitted: 1996
U.S Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1996

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