Atty. James S. Turner

Atty. James S. Turner

James S. Turner is a lawyer practicing consumer law, food and drug regulation, product safety and 1 other area of law.

Washington Washington 57 yrs experience 57 year
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Profile Summary

About James S. Turner at a glance

James S. Turner is a Member based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Swankin & Turner. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on business and consumer. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1969), District of Columbia (1971), and U.S. Supreme Court (1986). Educated at Ohio State University (J.D., 1969) and The Ohio State University (B.A., 1962). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James S. Turner is a lawyer practicing consumer law, food and drug regulation, product safety and 1 other area of law
  • James S. received a B.A. degree from The Ohio State University in 1962, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • James S. practices at Swankin & Turner in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

James S. Turner's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James S. Turner 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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Consumer Protection

Consumer protection attorneys for fraud, lemon law, debt harassment, and deceptive trade practices.

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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 S. Turner

Where is James S. Turner's law office located?
James S. Turner's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Swankin & Turner. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James S. Turner handle?
James S. Turner focuses on business, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has James S. Turner practiced law?
James S. Turner has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did James S. Turner go to law school?
James S. Turner earned their education at (J.D., 1969); (B.A., 1962).
How can I contact James S. Turner for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Ohio State University
- 1969
B.A.
The Ohio State University
- 1962

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1969
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1971
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1986

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