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James D. Abrams, Associate
614.334.6162
jabrams@cwslaw.com
Practice Concentration
Practices in the areas of commercial litigation and employment matters.
Achievements and Awards
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Listed as 2007 "Ohio Rising Star" by Law & Politics |
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Extern to the Honorable Edmund A. Sargus, Jr., United States District Court, Southern District of Ohio. |
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Prior to his legal career, Mr. Abrams built an impressive resume of practical business experience as a senior executive, serving both publicly traded and privately held businesses, including as CFO for GAP, Inc. and Williams-Sonoma, Inc. He currently serves as a member of the Board of Directors and Chair of the Audit Committee for Harold’s, Inc., a National Specialty Retailer. |
Education
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San Francisco State College (B.A., 1967) |
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California State University, Hayward (MBA, 1973) |
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Capital University (J.D., summa cum laude, 2003) |
Bar Admissions
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Ohio |
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U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio |
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U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit |
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U.S. Supreme Court |
Professional Memberships and Community Service
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Columbus Bar Association – Member (Co-Chair, Federal Courts Committee 2006-2007) |
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Ohio Bar Association – Member |
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American Bar Association - Member |
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Federal Bar Association |
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American Inns of Court |
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Council for Ethical Leadership - Chairman of the Board of Trustees |
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Huckleberry House - Board Member |
Speeches and Publications
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Author: "A Missed Opportunity: Medical Use of Marijuana is Defensible". Case Note: U.S. v. Oakland Cannabis, Capital U.L.R. 31 Vol. 4 | |