Atty. James Wayne Bradshaw

Atty. James Wayne Bradshaw

James Wayne Bradshaw is a lawyer practicing insurance law, tort litigation, business litigation and 3 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from University of Nevada in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Reno Reno 45 yrs experience 45 year
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About James Wayne Bradshaw at a glance

James Wayne Bradshaw is a Partner based in Reno, Nevada, practicing at McDonald Carano, LLP. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, business, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Nevada (1981) and California (1983). Educated at University of the McGeorge School of Law (J.D., 1981) and University of Nevada (B.S., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Clark County, Washoe County and American Bar Associations State Bar of California State Bar of Nevada (Member, Board of Governors) The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Nevada Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Reno, NV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Wayne Bradshaw is a lawyer practicing insurance law, tort litigation, business litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from University of Nevada in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • James practices at McDonald Carano, LLP in Reno, NV

Practice Areas Explained

James Wayne Bradshaw's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

James Wayne Bradshaw is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Nevada →

Business & Corporate Law

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

James Wayne Bradshaw is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Nevada →

Intellectual Property

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

James Wayne Bradshaw is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Nevada →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

James Wayne Bradshaw is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Nevada →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Nevada

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Wayne Bradshaw

Where is James Wayne Bradshaw's law office located?
James Wayne Bradshaw's law practice is located in Reno, Nevada. The firm is McDonald Carano, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Wayne Bradshaw handle?
James Wayne Bradshaw focuses on personal injury, employment, business, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Nevada.
How long has James Wayne Bradshaw practiced law?
James Wayne Bradshaw has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did James Wayne Bradshaw go to law school?
James Wayne Bradshaw earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.S., 1977).
How can I contact James Wayne Bradshaw for a consultation?
You can contact James Wayne Bradshaw 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 Wayne Bradshaw received?
James Wayne Bradshaw's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of the McGeorge School of Law
- 1981
B.S.
University of Nevada
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Nevada
Admitted: 1981
California
Admitted: 1983

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