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James J Hanks Jr

James J Hanks Jr

USA 2026

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Venable LLP
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Ranked in 2 practice areas

REITs: Maryland Counsel

USA - Nationwide

13 years ranked

Corporate/M&A

Maryland

24 years ranked

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Practice Areas

Jim Hanks is widely regarded as one of Maryland's leading corporate lawyers. Jim has advised clients on Maryland corporation law for decades. He regularly serves as independent counsel to boards of directors and board committees of REITs and other major U.S. corporations and as an expert witness in connection with significant transactions, stockholder litigation, conflicts of interest and corporate governance issues. Jim also advises governments on revision of their corporate and securities laws.

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Chambers Guide to the USA

REITs: Maryland Counsel - USA - Nationwide

Senior Statespeople
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James Hanks is experienced across the spectrum of REIT matters, boasting a storied career of independent director representation.
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Corporate/M&A - Maryland

Senior Statespeople
Individual Editorial
James Hanks advises clients on M&A as well as a range of other transactions, and has extensive experience working with REITs.
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Strengths

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  • James is a dean of the Maryland Bar.

    REITs: Maryland CounselChambers Guide to the USA

  • He is a godfather of the practice area.

    REITs: Maryland CounselChambers Guide to the USA

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