Atty. James William Forsyth

Atty. James William Forsyth

James William Forsyth is a lawyer practicing tax, business and international tax, mergers and acquisitions and 3 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from West Liberty State College in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Pittsburgh Pittsburgh 40 yrs experience 40 year
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About James William Forsyth at a glance

James William Forsyth is a Shareholder based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, practicing at Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on tax, m&a, international tax, employment contracts, and energy. Admitted to practice in West Virginia (1986) and Pennsylvania U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Tax Court (1990). Educated at University of Florida (LL.M. Taxation, 1989) and West Liberty State College (B.S., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James William Forsyth is a lawyer practicing tax, business and international tax, mergers and acquisitions and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from West Liberty State College in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • James practices at Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC in Pittsburgh, PA

Practice Areas Explained

James William Forsyth's Areas of Practice

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

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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International Tax

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Employment Contracts

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Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James William Forsyth

Where is James William Forsyth's law office located?
James William Forsyth's law practice is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The firm is Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James William Forsyth handle?
James William Forsyth focuses on tax, m&a, international tax, employment contracts, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has James William Forsyth practiced law?
James William Forsyth has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did James William Forsyth go to law school?
James William Forsyth earned their education at (LL.M. Taxation, 1989); (B.S., 1983).
How can I contact James William Forsyth for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James William Forsyth received?
James William Forsyth's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.M. Taxation
University of Florida
- 1989
B.S.
West Liberty State College
- 1983

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

West Virginia
Admitted: 1986
Pennsylvania U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1990

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