Atty. Lena M. James

Atty. Lena M. James

Ms. Lena M.

Winston Salem Winston Salem 28 yrs experience 28 year
Call (743) 259-8499 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Lena M. James at a glance

Lena M. James is a bankruptcy, creditor rights, and civil rights attorney based in Winston Salem, North Carolina. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1998). Educated at University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill (J.D., 1998) and Swarthmore College (B.A., 1992). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Winston Salem, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ms. Lena M. James is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, creditors rights, collections and 1 other area of law
  • Lena received a B.A. degree from Swarthmore College in 1992, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Lena practices in Winston-Salem, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Lena M. James's Areas of Practice

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

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Creditor Rights & Collections

Lena M. James is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in North Carolina →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

Lena M. James is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in North Carolina →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Carolina

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Lena M. James

Where is Lena M. James's law office located?
Lena M. James's law practice is located in Winston Salem, North Carolina. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lena M. James handle?
Lena M. James focuses on bankruptcy, creditor rights, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Lena M. James practiced law?
Lena M. James has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Lena M. James go to law school?
Lena M. James earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.A., 1992).
How can I contact Lena M. James for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Lena M. James received?
Lena M. James's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
- 1998
B.A.
Swarthmore College
- 1992

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1998

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