Atty. James W. Harper

Atty. James W. Harper

James W. Harper is a lawyer.

Washington Washington 32 yrs experience 32 year
Call (732) 360-6947 Book Appointment

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About James W. Harper at a glance

James W. Harper is a Policy Counsel Com, Inc. based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Admitted to practice in California (1994) and District of Columbia (2003). Educated at Hastings College of Law (J.D., 1994) and University of California at Santa Barbara (B.A., 1990). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James W. Harper is a lawyer
  • James W. received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Barbara in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • James W. practices in Washington, DC

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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James W. Harper's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has James W. Harper practiced law?
James W. Harper has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did James W. Harper go to law school?
James W. Harper earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.A., 1990).
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Education

J.D.
Hastings College of Law
- 1994
B.A.
University of California at Santa Barbara
- 1990

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1994
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2003

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