Atty. James S. Bubar
Member, Alumni Board of Governors, University of California Hastings College of the Law; Alternate National Committeeman; Commissioner Babe Ruth Baseball.
Business Law & More Attorney · Serving Washington, DC · 48+ Years Experience
Profile Summary
About James S. Bubar at a Glance
James S. Bubar is an Attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at James S. Bubar Attorney at Law. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on probate, business, real estate, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1978), District of Columbia (1980), U.S. District Court, District of Columbia (1980), and U.S District Court, Northern District of California (1981). Educated at University of California, Hastings College of the Law (J.D. Moot, 1978) and Harvard Summer School University of California, Santa Cruz (B.A. Double, 1974). Active member of District of Columbia Bar (D.C. Affairs Section, Co-Chair, 2003-2006) State Bar of California Maryland State Bar Association, Inc and Federal Communications Bar Association. Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James S. Bubar
- Member, Alumni Board of Governors, University of California Hastings College of the Law
- Alternate National Committeeman
- Commissioner Babe Ruth Baseball
Practice Areas Explained
James S. Bubar's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James S. Bubar handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Washington.
Probate in Washington
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Business & Corporate Law in Washington
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in Washington
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
James S. Bubar is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in District of Columbia →
Civil Litigation in Washington
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 Washington
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 venue, 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.
Washington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Washington-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Washington Choose James S. Bubar
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish James S. Bubar's practice in the field of probate, business, real estate, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James S. Bubar brings 48+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California, District of Columbia, and U.S. District Court, District of Columbia, James S. Bubar can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering probate, business, and real estate, James S. Bubar can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Washington
A Washington-based practice means James S. Bubar attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues James S. Bubar Handles in Washington
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