Atty. James Robert Whattam

Atty. James Robert Whattam

James Robert Whattam is a lawyer practicing labor law, education, employment/labor. James received a B.A. degree from Towson State University in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years.

Lewes Lewes 52 yrs experience 52 year
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About James Robert Whattam at a glance

James Robert Whattam is a MD State Teachers Assoc. based in Lewes, Delaware. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on employment and education. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1974). Educated at University of Maryland (J.D., 1974) and Towson State University (B.A., 1971). Serands clients in Lewes, DE and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Robert Whattam is a lawyer practicing labor law, education, employment/labor
  • James received a B.A. degree from Towson State University in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • James practices in Lewes, DE

Practice Areas Explained

James Robert Whattam's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Delaware

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

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Frequently Asked

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Where is James Robert Whattam's law office located?
James Robert Whattam's law practice is located in Lewes, Delaware. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Robert Whattam handle?
James Robert Whattam focuses on employment, education. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Delaware.
How long has James Robert Whattam practiced law?
James Robert Whattam has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did James Robert Whattam go to law school?
James Robert Whattam earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1971).
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Education

J.D.
University of Maryland
- 1974
B.A.
Towson State University
- 1971

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1974

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