Atty. James O. Bell

Atty. James O. Bell

Mr. James O.

Phoenix Phoenix 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About James O. Bell at a glance

James O. Bell is an Attorney based in Phoenix, Arizona, practicing at Spiess And Bell Pc. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1979), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1981), New Mexico (1991), and U.S. District Court, District of New Mexico and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (1991). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 1979) and Iowa Wesleyan College (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Phoenix, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. James O. Bell is a lawyer practicing appeals, business law, commercial litigation
  • James O. received a B.A. degree from Iowa Wesleyan College in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • James O. practices at Spiess & Bell PC in Phoenix, AZ

Practice Areas Explained

James O. Bell's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Civil Litigation

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Arizona

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James O. Bell

Where is James O. Bell's law office located?
James O. Bell's law practice is located in Phoenix, Arizona. The firm is Spiess And Bell Pc. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James O. Bell handle?
James O. Bell focuses on business, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arizona.
How long has James O. Bell practiced law?
James O. Bell has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did James O. Bell go to law school?
James O. Bell earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact James O. Bell for a consultation?
You can contact James O. Bell 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 O. Bell received?
James O. Bell's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Iowa
- 1979
B.A.
Iowa Wesleyan College
- 1976

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1981
New Mexico
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, District of New Mexico and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1991
Arizona
Admitted: 2005

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