Atty. Timothy Lee James

Atty. Timothy Lee James

Timothy Lee James is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice, contracts & agreements, wills & living wills and 5 other areas of law. Timothy received a B.A. degree from University of South Dakota in 1983, and has been licensed for 38 years.

Yankton Yankton 38 yrs experience 38 year
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About Timothy Lee James at a glance

Timothy Lee James is a Member based in Yankton, South Dakota, practicing at James Law P.C.. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on contracts, medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law. Admitted to practice in South Dakota (1988), Nebraska (1990), and Illinois (1991). Educated at University of South Dakota (J.D., 1988) and University of South Dakota (B.A., 1983). Active member of Chicago Bar Association Nebraska State Bar Association State Bar of South Dakota South Dakota Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Yankton, SD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Timothy Lee James is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice, contracts & agreements, wills & living wills and 5 other areas of law
  • Timothy received a B.A. degree from University of South Dakota in 1983, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Timothy practices at James Law P.C. in Yankton, SD

Practice Areas Explained

Timothy Lee James's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Personal Injury

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in South Dakota

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Timothy Lee James

Where is Timothy Lee James's law office located?
Timothy Lee James's law practice is located in Yankton, South Dakota. The firm is James Law P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Timothy Lee James handle?
Timothy Lee James focuses on contracts, medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Dakota.
How long has Timothy Lee James practiced law?
Timothy Lee James has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Timothy Lee James go to law school?
Timothy Lee James earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact Timothy Lee James for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of South Dakota
- 1988
B.A.
University of South Dakota
- 1983

Bar Admissions

South Dakota
Admitted: 1988
Nebraska
Admitted: 1990
Illinois
Admitted: 1991

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