Atty. James Matthew Colaw
Hon. James Matthew Colaw is a lawyer practicing criminal trial law, criminal defense.
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James Matthew Colaw is a State. Atty. Off. based in Gainesville, Florida. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Florida U.S. District Court U.S. Supreme Court U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (1998). Educated at University of Florida (J.D., 1998) and Carnegie Mellon University (B.S., 1992). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Gainesville, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Hon. James Matthew Colaw is a lawyer practicing criminal trial law, criminal defense
- James received a B.S. degree from Carnegie Mellon University in 1992, and has been licensed for 28 years
- James practices in Gainesville, FL
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Why local counsel matters in Florida
Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Gainesville are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida 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 Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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