Atty. James Matthew Coleman

Atty. James Matthew Coleman

James Matthew Coleman is a lawyer practicing health care, class action litigation, litigation and 2 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from Florida State University, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Fairfax Fairfax 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About James Matthew Coleman at a glance

James Matthew Coleman is a Partner based in Fairfax, Virginia, practicing at Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on employment, class action, wage & hour, litigation, and health care. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1981), District of Columbia Court of Appeals (1981), US Court of Appeals - Third Circuit (1985), and Virginia (1987). Educated at Georgetown University J.D. (—) and Florida State University B.S. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Fairfax, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Matthew Coleman is a lawyer practicing health care, class action litigation, litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Florida State University, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • James practices at Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP in Fairfax, VA

Practice Areas Explained

James Matthew Coleman's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

James Matthew Coleman is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Virginia →

Class Action

James Matthew Coleman is one of 26,424 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in Virginia →

Wage & Hour Disputes

James Matthew Coleman is one of 4,935 wage & hour attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wage & hour attorneys in Virginia →

Civil Litigation

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

James Matthew Coleman is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Virginia →

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

James Matthew Coleman is one of 66,735 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care 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 Fairfax 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 Matthew Coleman

Where is James Matthew Coleman's law office located?
James Matthew Coleman's law practice is located in Fairfax, Virginia. The firm is Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Matthew Coleman handle?
James Matthew Coleman focuses on employment, class action, wage & hour, litigation, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has James Matthew Coleman practiced law?
James Matthew Coleman has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did James Matthew Coleman go to law school?
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How can I contact James Matthew Coleman for a consultation?
You can contact James Matthew Coleman 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 Matthew Coleman received?
James Matthew Coleman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

Georgetown University J.D.
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Florida State University B.S.
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1981
District of Columbia Court of Appeals
Admitted: 1981
US Court of Appeals - Third Circuit
Admitted: 1985
Virginia
Admitted: 1987
Supreme Court of Virginia
Admitted: 1987
US District Court - Eastern District of VA
Admitted: 1992
US District Court - Colorado
Admitted: 1997
US Court of Appeals - Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1997
US District Court - Arizona
Admitted: 1998
US Court of Appeals - Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 2002

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