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Atty. James Michael Burns

Atty. James Michael Burns

Mr. James Michael Burns is a lawyer practicing healthcare, antitrust and trade regulation, health insurers and managed care organizations and 3 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 76 yrs experience 76 year
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Profile Summary

About James Michael Burns at a glance

James Michael Burns is an Attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Akerman LLP. They have 76+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1950. Their practice focuses on m&a, litigation, and health care. Admitted to practice in Oregon (1950), California (1986), and District of Columbia (1987). Educated at Loyola University (J.D., 1950) and University of Portland (B.A., 1947). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. James Michael Burns is a lawyer practicing healthcare, antitrust and trade regulation, health insurers and managed care organizations and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Portland in 1947, and has been licensed for 76 years
  • James practices at Akerman LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

James Michael Burns's Areas of Practice

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

Mergers & Acquisitions

James Michael Burns is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in District of Columbia →

Civil Litigation

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

James Michael Burns is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in District of Columbia →

Health Care Law

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

James Michael Burns is one of 66,735 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in District of Columbia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Michael Burns

Where is James Michael Burns's law office located?
James Michael Burns's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Akerman LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Michael Burns handle?
James Michael Burns focuses on m&a, litigation, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has James Michael Burns practiced law?
James Michael Burns has 76+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1950.
Where did James Michael Burns go to law school?
James Michael Burns earned their education at (J.D., 1950); (B.A., 1947).
How can I contact James Michael Burns for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Loyola University
- 1950
B.A.
University of Portland
- 1947

Bar Admissions

Oregon
Admitted: 1950
California
Admitted: 1986
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1987

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