Atty. Richard A. James

Atty. Richard A. James

Richard A. James is a lawyer practicing family law, civil litigation, real estate.

Media Media 50 yrs experience 50 year
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About Richard A. James at a glance

Richard A. James is a family law, real estate, and litigation attorney based in Media, Pennsylvania. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1976) and U.S. Supreme Court (1979). Educated at Widener University School of Law (J.D., 1975) and Juniata College (B.S., 1972). Serands clients in Media, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Richard A. James is a lawyer practicing family law, civil litigation, real estate
  • Richard received a B.S. degree from Juniata College in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Richard practices in Media, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Richard A. James's Areas of Practice

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

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Real Estate Law

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

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Media 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 Richard A. James

Where is Richard A. James's law office located?
Richard A. James's law practice is located in Media, Pennsylvania. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard A. James handle?
Richard A. James focuses on family law, real estate, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Richard A. James practiced law?
Richard A. James has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Richard A. James go to law school?
Richard A. James earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.S., 1972).
How can I contact Richard A. James for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Widener University School of Law
- 1975
B.S.
Juniata College
- 1972

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1979

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