Atty. James Paul Mayes

Atty. James Paul Mayes

James Paul Mayes is a lawyer practicing administrative law, constitution/civil rights, corporate/business and 3 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Princeton University, and has been licensed for 34 years.

Columbia Columbia 34 yrs experience 34 year
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About James Paul Mayes at a glance

James Paul Mayes is an Exec. Dir. based in Columbia, Maryland. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on trusts, criminal defense, employment, business, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1992). Educated at University of Baltimore (J.D., 1991) and Princeton University B.A. 1974 Ohio State University (—). Serands clients in Columbia, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Paul Mayes is a lawyer practicing administrative law, constitution/civil rights, corporate/business and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Princeton University, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • James practices in Columbia, MD

Practice Areas Explained

James Paul Mayes's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Criminal Defense

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Employment Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Rights

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Maryland

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Paul Mayes

Where is James Paul Mayes's law office located?
James Paul Mayes's law practice is located in Columbia, Maryland. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Paul Mayes handle?
James Paul Mayes focuses on trusts, criminal defense, employment, business, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has James Paul Mayes practiced law?
James Paul Mayes has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did James Paul Mayes go to law school?
James Paul Mayes earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (—).
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Education

J.D.
University of Baltimore
- 1991
Princeton University B.A. 1974 Ohio State University
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1992

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