Atty. James William Sanderson

Atty. James William Sanderson

James William Sanderson is a lawyer practicing water, energy, resources and environmental law and 7 other areas of law. James received a degree from Georgetown University, and has been licensed for 57 years.

Denver Denver 57 yrs experience 57 year
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Profile Summary

About James William Sanderson at a glance

James William Sanderson is a Shareholder based in Denver, Colorado, practicing at Ryley Carlock & Applewhite A Professional Association. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on real estate, environmental, and energy. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1969), U.S. District Court, District of Colorado (1969), U.S. Tax Court (1972), and U.S. Supreme Court (1973). Educated at University of Denver (J.D., 1969) and Georgetown University Tax Law Studies Georgetown University 1970-1971. University of Nebraska at Lincoln (B.A., 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Denver Bar Association. Serands clients in Denver, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James William Sanderson is a lawyer practicing water, energy, resources and environmental law and 7 other areas of law
  • James received a degree from Georgetown University, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • James practices at Ryley Carlock & Applewhite A Professional Association in Denver, CO

Practice Areas Explained

James William Sanderson's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

James William Sanderson is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Colorado →

Energy & Utilities Law

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

James William Sanderson is one of 36,230 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy attorneys in Colorado →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Colorado

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James William Sanderson

Where is James William Sanderson's law office located?
James William Sanderson's law practice is located in Denver, Colorado. The firm is Ryley Carlock & Applewhite A Professional Association. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James William Sanderson handle?
James William Sanderson focuses on real estate, environmental, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Colorado.
How long has James William Sanderson practiced law?
James William Sanderson has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did James William Sanderson go to law school?
James William Sanderson earned their education at (J.D., 1969); (B.A., 1966).
How can I contact James William Sanderson for a consultation?
You can contact James William Sanderson 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 William Sanderson received?
James William Sanderson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Denver
- 1969
B.A.
Georgetown University Tax Law Studies Georgetown University 1970-1971. University of Nebraska at Lincoln
- 1966

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Colorado
Admitted: 1969
U.S. District Court, District of Colorado
Admitted: 1969
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1972
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1973
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit
Admitted: 1999

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