Atty. James Patrick St. Clair

Atty. James Patrick St. Clair

James Patrick St. Clair is a lawyer practicing insurance bad faith, fire loss claims, medical malpractice and 1 other area of law.

Virginia Beach Virginia Beach 42 Years Experience 42 year

Profile Summary

About James Patrick St. Clair at a glance

James Patrick St. Clair is an Attorney based in Virginia Beach, Virginia, practicing at Shapiro, Washburn & Sharp. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice and insurance. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1984) and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia (1984). Educated at Creighton University School of Law (J.D., 1984) and Creighton University School of Law (B.S.B.A., 1982). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Norfolk-Portsmouth and Virginia Beach Bar Associations. Serves clients in Virginia Beach, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Patrick St. Clair is a lawyer practicing insurance bad faith, fire loss claims, medical malpractice and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.S.B.A. degree from Creighton University School of Law in 1982, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • James practices at Shapiro, Washburn & Sharp in Virginia Beach, VA

Practice Areas Explained

James Patrick St. Clair's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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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 Virginia Beach 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 venue, 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 Patrick St. Clair

Where is James Patrick St. Clair's law office located?
James Patrick St. Clair's law practice is located in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The firm is Shapiro, Washburn & Sharp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Patrick St. Clair handle?
James Patrick St. Clair focuses on medical malpractice, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has James Patrick St. Clair practiced law?
James Patrick St. Clair has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did James Patrick St. Clair go to law school?
James Patrick St. Clair earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.S.B.A., 1982).
How can I contact James Patrick St. Clair for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Patrick St. Clair received?
James Patrick St. Clair's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Creighton University School of Law
- 1984
B.S.B.A.
Creighton University School of Law
- 1982

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia
Admitted: 1984

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