Atty. James W. Weller

Atty. James W. Weller

James W. Weller is a lawyer practicing automotive, trucking & fuel systems, food, beverage & agriculture, pharmaceutical & medical device litigation and 16 other areas of law.

New York New York 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About James W. Weller at a glance

James W. Weller is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on business, ip, class action, litigation, and consumer. Admitted to practice in New York (1989), District of Columbia (1989), and U.S. District Court, Eastern and Southern Districts of New York (1989). Educated at Hofstra University (J.D., 1988) and State University of New York at Stony Brook (B.A., 1985). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James W. Weller is a lawyer practicing automotive, trucking & fuel systems, food, beverage & agriculture, pharmaceutical & medical device litigation and 16 other areas of law
  • James W. received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Stony Brook in 1985, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • James W. practices at Nixon Peabody LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

James W. Weller's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Class Action

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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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Consumer Protection

Consumer protection attorneys for fraud, lemon law, debt harassment, and deceptive trade practices.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James W. Weller

Where is James W. Weller's law office located?
James W. Weller's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Nixon Peabody LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James W. Weller handle?
James W. Weller focuses on business, ip, class action, litigation, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James W. Weller practiced law?
James W. Weller has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did James W. Weller go to law school?
James W. Weller earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A., 1985).
How can I contact James W. Weller for a consultation?
You can contact James W. Weller directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James W. Weller received?
James W. Weller's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Hofstra University
- 1988
B.A.
State University of New York at Stony Brook
- 1985

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1989
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Eastern and Southern Districts of New York
Admitted: 1989

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