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Atty. James W. Riddell

Atty. James W. Riddell

James W. Riddell is a lawyer.

McLean McLean 74 yrs experience 74 year
Call (771) 240-1167 Book Appointment

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About James W. Riddell at a glance

James W. Riddell is an attorney based in McLean, Virginia. They have 74+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1952. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1952), U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit (1954), U.S. Tax Court (1958), and U.S. Supreme Court (1966). Educated at University of Virginia (LL.B., 1951) and Stetson University (B.A., 1948). Serands clients in McLean, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James W. Riddell is a lawyer
  • James W. received a B.A. degree from Stetson University in 1948, and has been licensed for 74 years
  • James W. practices in McLean, VA

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

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

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James W. Riddell's law practice is located in McLean, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has James W. Riddell practiced law?
James W. Riddell has 74+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1952.
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James W. Riddell earned their education at (LL.B., 1951); (B.A., 1948).
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Education

LL.B.
University of Virginia
- 1951
B.A.
Stetson University
- 1948

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1952
U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit
Admitted: 1954
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1958
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1966
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1981

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