Atty. James W. Purcell
Listed in The Best Lawyers in America, 2007-2015, and Super Lawyers. Assistant District Attorney, 1976-1977 and Chief Assistant District Attorney, 1977-1980, Augusta Judicial Circuit.
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James W. Purcell is a Retired Partner based in Augusta, Georgia, practicing at Fulcher Hagler LLP. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice and litigation. Admitted to practice in Georgia U.S. District Court, Southern District of Georgia U.S. District Court, Middle District of Ge (1976). Educated at University of Georgia School of Law (J.D., 1975) and University of Georgia (A.B., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Augusta Bar Association (President, 2000) State Bar of Georgia National Association of Railroad Trial Counsel Georgia Defense Lawyers Association (Board of Directors) Defense Research Institute Claims and Litigation Management Alliance. Serands clients in Augusta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Listed in The Best Lawyers in America, 2007-2015, and Super Lawyers
- Assistant District Attorney, 1976-1977 and Chief Assistant District Attorney, 1977-1980, Augusta Judicial Circuit
- Member, Judicial Nominating Commission for the State of Georgia, 2003-2010
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Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
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Why local counsel matters in Georgia
Practicing law in Georgia. Legal matters in Georgia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Augusta are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Georgia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Georgia 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 Georgia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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