Atty. Lance D. James
Lance D. James is a lawyer practicing personal injury, products liability, insurance litigation and 16 other areas of law.
Insurance Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Philadelphia, PA · 40+ Years Experience
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About Lance D. James at a Glance
Lance D. James is a Member based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Lance D. James. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on wills, car accidents, dui/dwi, child custody, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1986) and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania (1988). Educated at Temple University (J.D., 1985) and Livingstone College (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and American Bar Associations National Institute For Trial Advocacy. Serves clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Lance D. James
- Lance D. James is a lawyer practicing personal injury, products liability, insurance litigation and 16 other areas of law
- Lance received a B.A. degree from Livingstone College in 1981, and has been licensed for 40 years
- Lance practices at Lance D. James in Philadelphia, PA
Practice Areas Explained
Lance D. James's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lance D. James handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Philadelphia.
Wills in Philadelphia
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Car Accidents in Philadelphia
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
Lance D. James is one of 36,434 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Pennsylvania →
DUI / DWI Defense in Philadelphia
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Lance D. James is one of 29,739 dui/dwi attorneys indexed nationally. Browse dui/dwi attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Child Custody & Visitation in Philadelphia
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Personal Injury in Philadelphia
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.
Lance D. James is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Philadelphia
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 Philadelphia 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 venue, 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.
Philadelphia Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Philadelphia-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Philadelphia Choose Lance D. James
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Lance D. James's practice in the field of wills, car accidents, dui/dwi, child custody, and personal injury.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Lance D. James brings 40+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Pennsylvania and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania, Lance D. James can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wills, car accidents, and dui/dwi, Lance D. James can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Philadelphia
A Philadelphia-based practice means Lance D. James attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Lance D. James Handles in Philadelphia
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