Atty. Michael L James

Atty. Michael L James

Michael L James is a lawyer practicing civil rights, antitrust & trade law, general practice and 6 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Evansville in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years.

Fort Wayne Fort Wayne 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael L James at a glance

Michael L James is a Partner based in Fort Wayne, Indiana, practforg at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP. They haand 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1977), Indiana (1982), and U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana (1982). Educated at Indiana University School of Law (J.D., 1977) and University of Evansville (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Actiand member of Allen County, Indiana State and American (Member, Litigation Section and Construction Litigation and Products Liability Subcommittees) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Fort Wayne, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael L James is a lawyer practicing civil rights, antitrust & trade law, general practice and 6 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Evansville in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Michael practices at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP in Fort Wayne, IN

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Indiana

Practforg law in Indiana. Legal matters in Indiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Fort Wayne are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Indiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Indiana brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Indiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is Michael L James's law office located?
Michael L James's law practice is located in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The firm is Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Michael L James practiced law?
Michael L James has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Michael L James go to law school?
Michael L James earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1974).
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What awards or recognition has Michael L James receiandd?
Michael L James's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Indiana University School of Law
- 1977
B.A.
University of Evansville
- 1974

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1977
Indiana
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana
Admitted: 1982

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