Atty. James Scott McMahon

Atty. James Scott McMahon

Mr. James Scott McMahon is a lawyer practicing transportation, trucking law, business and 2 other areas of law.

Tampa Tampa 40 yrs experience 40 year
Call (656) 228-8599 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James Scott McMahon at a glance

James Scott McMahon is a business and litigation attorney based in Tampa, Florida. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1986), Illinois (1988), and Florida U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit U. (2000). Educated at Indiana University (B.S. Phi, 1983) and Valparaiso University College of Law Class of 1986 (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Hillsborough County Bar Association. Serands clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. James Scott McMahon is a lawyer practicing transportation, trucking law, business and 2 other areas of law
  • James Scott received a B.S. degree from Indiana University in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • James Scott practices in Tampa, FL

Practice Areas Explained

James Scott McMahon's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Scott McMahon 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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Civil Litigation

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 Florida

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 Scott McMahon

Where is James Scott McMahon's law office located?
James Scott McMahon's law practice is located in Tampa, Florida. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Scott McMahon handle?
James Scott McMahon focuses on business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has James Scott McMahon practiced law?
James Scott McMahon has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did James Scott McMahon go to law school?
James Scott McMahon earned their education at (B.S. Phi, 1983); (—).
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What awards or recognition has James Scott McMahon received?
James Scott McMahon's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

B.S. Phi
Indiana University
- 1983
Valparaiso University College of Law Class of 1986
- In Progress

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Colorado
Admitted: 1986
Illinois
Admitted: 1988
Florida U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit U.
Admitted: 2000

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