Atty. James R. Jones

Atty. James R. Jones

James R. Jones is a lawyer practicing administrative law, energy & natural resources, federal government affairs and public policy and 8 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 62 yrs experience 62 year
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Profile Summary

About James R. Jones at a glance

James R. Jones is a Partner, Chairman & CEO of ManattJones Global Strategies based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP. They have 62+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1964. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, environmental, government, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Oklahoma (1964) and District of Columbia (1969). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (LL.B., 1964) and University of Oklahoma (B.A., 1961). Active member of Membership Activities Heartland Energy Partners Appoints Former Ambassador and Congressman James Robert Jones to Advisory Board 08/15/2013, Council Member, Homeland Security Advisory Council (HSAC) of U, and S. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James R. Jones is a lawyer practicing administrative law, energy & natural resources, federal government affairs and public policy and 8 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Oklahoma in 1961, and has been licensed for 62 years
  • James practices at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

James R. Jones's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James R. Jones 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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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

James R. Jones is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in District of Columbia →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

James R. Jones is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in District of Columbia →

Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James R. Jones

Where is James R. Jones's law office located?
James R. Jones's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James R. Jones handle?
James R. Jones focuses on business, m&a, environmental, government, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has James R. Jones practiced law?
James R. Jones has 62+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1964.
Where did James R. Jones go to law school?
James R. Jones earned their education at (LL.B., 1964); (B.A., 1961).
How can I contact James R. Jones for a consultation?
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Education

LL.B.
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1964
B.A.
University of Oklahoma
- 1961

Bar Admissions

Oklahoma
Admitted: 1964
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1969

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