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- 1 review
- 5.0
- Since 1976
- 50 yrs
- Bar admissions
- 10
- By appointment
- In office
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Since 1976
Bar admissions
By appointment
James A. Backstrom at a glance
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- Firm founded
- 1997
Areas of practice
Practice focus
James A. Backstrom represents clients in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania across the following areas of law. Each area links to other verified attorneys with the same focus.
Biography
About James A. Backstrom
Pennsylvania Super Lawyers 2012. Principal Author: Criminal Antitrust Litigation Handbook, Second Edition, American Bar Association Section of Antitrust Law, 2006. Panelist, "Detecting Illegal Behavior within the Company: Audits, Bounties & Leniency", American Bar Association Section of Antitrust Law, Washington, DC, 2009. Chief, Dallas Field Office, Antitrust Division, U.S. Department of Justice, 1982-1987. Special Assistant United States Attorney, Eastern District of Pennsylvania, 1981-1982.
Credentials
Education
University of Pennsylvania
J.D. · 1976
Northwestern University
B.S.S. · 1973
Jurisdictions
Bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1987 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1985 · ACTIVE
Texas
1985 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1983 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1983 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court
1981 · ACTIVE
U.S. Supreme Court
1980 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1979 · ACTIVE
District of Columbia
1977 · ACTIVE
Pennsylvania
1976 · ACTIVE
Recognition
Awards & honors
AV Preeminent
Affiliations
Professional memberships
American Bar Association, Section of Antitrust Law
membership
Locations
Office locations
James A. Backstrom
1515 Market Street, Suite 1200
Philadelphia, PA 19102-1932
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What areas of law does James A. Backstrom practice?
James A. Backstrom focuses on Criminal Defense, General, Health Care, Litigation, and Securities.
Where is James A. Backstrom located?
James A. Backstrom primarily serves clients in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with an office at 1515 Market Street, Suite 1200.
How experienced is James A. Backstrom?
James A. Backstrom has 50 years of legal practice, having been licensed since 1976.
Is James A. Backstrom a verified attorney?
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How can I schedule a consultation with James A. Backstrom?
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