Atty. James Savage

Atty. James Savage

James Savage is a lawyer practicing transportation, litigation, land use and 1 other area of law. James received a M.A. degree from Farleigh Dickenson University in 2005, and has been licensed for 43 years.

Washington Washington 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About James Savage at a glance

James Savage is an Of Counsel based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at John D. Heffner, PLLC. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on real estate, zoning, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1983), U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1983), U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1991), and District of Columbia (2007). Educated at Farleigh Dickenson University (M.A. Villanova, 2005) and Pace University (J.D., 1983). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Savage is a lawyer practicing transportation, litigation, land use and 1 other area of law
  • James received a M.A. degree from Farleigh Dickenson University in 2005, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • James practices at John D. Heffner, PLLC in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

James Savage's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Land Use & Zoning

James Savage is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in District of Columbia →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

James Savage is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in District of Columbia →

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 Savage

Where is James Savage's law office located?
James Savage's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is John D. Heffner, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Savage handle?
James Savage focuses on real estate, zoning, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has James Savage practiced law?
James Savage has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did James Savage go to law school?
James Savage earned their education at (M.A. Villanova, 2005); (J.D., 1983).
How can I contact James Savage for a consultation?
You can contact James Savage directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James Savage received?
James Savage's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

M.A. Villanova
Farleigh Dickenson University
- 2005
J.D.
Pace University
- 1983

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1991
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2007
Massachusetts
Admitted: 2013

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