Atty. James Ralph Brown

Atty. James Ralph Brown

Mr. James Ralph Brown is a lawyer practicing professional liability, legal malpractice defense, defective and dangerous products and 4 other areas of law.

Tampa Tampa 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About James Ralph Brown at a glance

James Ralph Brown is a Partner based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at Wicker Smith O'Hara McCoy & Ford P.A.. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on business and product liability. Admitted to practice in Florida (1976), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida including Trial Bar (1977), and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (2003). Educated at Cumberland School of Law of Samford University (J.D., 1976) and University of North Carolina (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional & Civic Affiliations •The Florida Bar •Hillsborough County Bar Association •Defense Research Institute •American Board of Trial Advocates •Florida Defense Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. James Ralph Brown is a lawyer practicing professional liability, legal malpractice defense, defective and dangerous products and 4 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • James practices at Wicker Smith O'Hara McCoy & Ford P.A. in Tampa, FL

Practice Areas Explained

James Ralph Brown's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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Product Liability

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Jurisdictional Context

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Ralph Brown

Where is James Ralph Brown's law office located?
James Ralph Brown's law practice is located in Tampa, Florida. The firm is Wicker Smith O'Hara McCoy & Ford P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Ralph Brown handle?
James Ralph Brown focuses on business, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has James Ralph Brown practiced law?
James Ralph Brown has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did James Ralph Brown go to law school?
James Ralph Brown earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact James Ralph Brown for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Ralph Brown received?
James Ralph Brown's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Cumberland School of Law of Samford University
- 1976
B.A.
University of North Carolina
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida including Trial Bar
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Admitted: 2003

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