Atty. James Philip Head

Atty. James Philip Head

James Philip Head is a lawyer practicing fiduciary litigation, business & corporate, estate planning - private client & fiduciary services and 4 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of Maryland in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years.

McLean McLean 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About James Philip Head at a glance

James Philip Head is a Tax Managing Director based in McLean, Virginia. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on irs, estate planning, business, tax, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1995), Virginia (1996), and District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit U.S. District Court, District of C (1996). Educated at Georgetown University (LL.M. Tax, 2000) and University of Maryland (B.A., 1992). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in McLean, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Philip Head is a lawyer practicing fiduciary litigation, business & corporate, estate planning - private client & fiduciary services and 4 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Maryland in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • James practices in McLean, VA

Practice Areas Explained

James Philip Head's Areas of Practice

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

IRS Disputes & Audits

James Philip Head is one of 2,917 irs attorneys indexed nationally. Browse irs attorneys in Virginia →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

James Philip Head is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Virginia →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

James Philip Head is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Virginia →

Civil Litigation

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

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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 McLean 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 Philip Head

Where is James Philip Head's law office located?
James Philip Head's law practice is located in McLean, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Philip Head handle?
James Philip Head focuses on irs, estate planning, business, tax, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has James Philip Head practiced law?
James Philip Head has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did James Philip Head go to law school?
James Philip Head earned their education at (LL.M. Tax, 2000); (B.A., 1992).
How can I contact James Philip Head for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Philip Head received?
James Philip Head's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.M. Tax
Georgetown University
- 2000
B.A.
University of Maryland
- 1992

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1995
Virginia
Admitted: 1996
District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit U.S. District Court, District of C
Admitted: 1996

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