Atty. James R Alliston

Atty. James R Alliston

James R Alliston is a lawyer practicing customs law, international trade law. James received a B.A. degree from Tulane University in 1957, and has been licensed for 63 years.

Washington Washington 63 yrs experience 63 year
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James R Alliston is a international attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 63+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1963. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1963) and District of Columbia (1973). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (J.D., 1963) and Tulane University (B.A., 1957). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James R Alliston is a lawyer practicing customs law, international trade law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Tulane University in 1957, and has been licensed for 63 years
  • James practices in Washington, DC

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James R Alliston's Areas of Practice

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

International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

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Jurisdictional Context

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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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James R Alliston's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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James R Alliston focuses on international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has James R Alliston practiced law?
James R Alliston has 63+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1963.
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James R Alliston earned their education at (J.D., 1963); (B.A., 1957).
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Education

J.D.
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1963
B.A.
Tulane University
- 1957

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1963
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1973

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