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James A. Kearns is an attorney based in Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on Maritime.
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- Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
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- Maritime
- Handles Maritime matters from Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Admiralty and Maritime Law (2026).
About James A. Kearns: James A. Kearns is an attorney based in Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on Maritime.
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About James A. Kearns
James A. Kearns is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Admiralty and Maritime Law.
James A., who practices law in Washington, District of Columbia, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which James A. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
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Education
University of Notre Dame
J.D. · 1974
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Best Lawyers in America — Admiralty and Maritime Law
2026
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James A. Kearns focuses on Maritime.
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James A. Kearns primarily serves clients in Washington, District of Columbia.
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