Atty. Robert F. James

Atty. Robert F. James

Bob was born in 1950 and raised in Great Falls. He graduated from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas in 1973 with a degree in Journalism, and obtained his JD degree from the University of Montana School of Law in 1976.

Great Falls Great Falls 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About Robert F. James at a glance

Robert F. James is a Member based in Great Falls, Montana. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, business, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Montana (1976) and U.S. District Court, District of Montana (1976). Educated at University of Montana (J.D., 1976) and Southern Methodist University (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Montana Defense Trial Lawyers. Serands clients in Great Falls, MT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Bob was born in 1950 and raised in Great Falls
  • He graduated from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas in 1973 with a degree in Journalism, and obtained his JD degree from the University of Montana School of Law in 1976
  • He returned to Great Falls and became a partner in his father’s law firm
  • After his father’s death, he joined the Ugrin, Alexander, Zadick, and Higgins law firm in 2000

Practice Areas Explained

Robert F. James's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

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.

Robert F. James is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Montana →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Robert F. James is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Montana →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Robert F. James is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Montana →

Product Liability

Robert F. James is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Montana →

Civil Litigation

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

Robert F. James is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Montana →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Montana

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Robert F. James

Where is Robert F. James's law office located?
Robert F. James's law practice is located in Great Falls, Montana. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert F. James handle?
Robert F. James focuses on personal injury, employment, business, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Montana.
How long has Robert F. James practiced law?
Robert F. James has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Robert F. James go to law school?
Robert F. James earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact Robert F. James for a consultation?
You can contact Robert F. James 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 Robert F. James received?
Robert F. James's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Montana
- 1976
B.A.
Southern Methodist University
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Montana
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, District of Montana
Admitted: 1976

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