Atty. James Uthmeier

Atty. James Uthmeier

James Uthmeier is a lawyer practicing business & tort litigation, political law. James received a B.A. degree from University of Florida, and has been licensed for 12 years.

Washington Washington 12 yrs experience 12 year
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About James Uthmeier at a glance

James Uthmeier is an Associate based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Jones Day. They have 12+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2014. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Florida U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia (2014) and District of Columbia (2015). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 2014) and University of Florida B.A. Political Science and B.A. University of Florida B.A. Business Administration University of Florida B.A. International Business University of Florida (M.A. Political, 2011). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Uthmeier is a lawyer practicing business & tort litigation, political law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Florida, and has been licensed for 12 years
  • James practices at Jones Day in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

James Uthmeier's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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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 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 Uthmeier

Where is James Uthmeier's law office located?
James Uthmeier's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Jones Day. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Uthmeier handle?
James Uthmeier focuses on personal injury, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has James Uthmeier practiced law?
James Uthmeier has 12+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2014.
Where did James Uthmeier go to law school?
James Uthmeier earned their education at (J.D., 2014); (M.A. Political, 2011).
How can I contact James Uthmeier for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Georgetown University
- 2014
M.A. Political
University of Florida B.A. Political Science and B.A. University of Florida B.A. Business Administration University of Florida B.A. International Business University of Florida
- 2011

Bar Admissions

Florida U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia
Admitted: 2014
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2015

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