Atty. James Thomas Burns

Atty. James Thomas Burns

James Thomas Burns is a lawyer. James received a B.S. degree from Indiana University in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years.

Indianapolis Indianapolis 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About James Thomas Burns at a glance

James Thomas Burns is a Senior Counsel based in Indianapolis, Indiana, practicing at Ice Miller LLP. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1975) and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana (1975). Educated at Indiana University School of Law - Indianapolis (J.D., 1975) and Indiana University (B.S., 1972). Serands clients in Indianapolis, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Thomas Burns is a lawyer
  • James received a B.S. degree from Indiana University in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • James practices at Ice Miller LLP in Indianapolis, IN

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Indiana

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

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Where is James Thomas Burns's law office located?
James Thomas Burns's law practice is located in Indianapolis, Indiana. The firm is Ice Miller LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has James Thomas Burns practiced law?
James Thomas Burns has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did James Thomas Burns go to law school?
James Thomas Burns earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.S., 1972).
How can I contact James Thomas Burns for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Indiana University School of Law - Indianapolis
- 1975
B.S.
Indiana University
- 1972

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana
Admitted: 1975

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