Atty. James W. McClain III

Atty. James W. McClain III

James W. McClain III is a lawyer.

Fayetteville Fayetteville 29 yrs experience 29 year
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About James W. McClain III at a glance

James W. McClain III is an Off. of Admin. Hearings based in Fayetteville, West Virginia. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1997) and West Virginia (1999). Educated at Thomas M. Cooley Law School (J.D., 1997) and University of Pittsburgh (B.A., 1991). Serands clients in Fayetteville, WV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James W. McClain III is a lawyer
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Pittsburgh in 1991, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • James practices in Fayetteville, WV

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in West Virginia

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

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Where is James W. McClain III's law office located?
James W. McClain III's law practice is located in Fayetteville, West Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has James W. McClain III practiced law?
James W. McClain III has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
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James W. McClain III earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A., 1991).
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Education

J.D.
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
- 1997
B.A.
University of Pittsburgh
- 1991

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1997
West Virginia
Admitted: 1999

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