Top "AV" Martindale-Hubbell rating. Practice includes employment, small business, and hospitality industry litigation and general business issues. Admitted in all federal and state courts in the District of Columbia and Maryland, including United States Tax Court and Supreme Court of the United States. Board of Directors: Capitol Hil Arts Workshop. Board of Trustees: Capitol Hill United Methodist Church. Past Chair: D.C. Commission on Human Rights. Past Board memberships: Capitol Hill Association of Merchants and Professionals; Washington Legal Counsel for the Elderly. Former Adjunct Professor: American University Washington College of Law.
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Business Attorney | Sep 23
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
"I endorse this lawyer. I worked with Mr. Loots and he is extremely knowledgeable, personable and solution-oriented. I would have no hesitation in recommending him or retaining him."
Business Attorney | Jan 15
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. James is a competent attorney who vigorously represents the interests of his client. I would strongly recommend him as counsel."
Unknown Attorney | Jul 29
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
"Jim Loots is an extremely intelligent, well-rounded attorney. I worked for him several years ago and have continued to trust his judgment and rely on his expertise ever since."