James joined Alexander Ricks PLLC as an Associate in 2025. He focuses his practice in commercial real estate, real estate lending, and land use and local government regulations. Prior to attending law school, James worked for an MLBPA certified baseball agency in Charlotte.
McGill University (B.A. in Industrial and Labor Relations, with Distinction, 2018)
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (J.D., 2025)
Bar Admissions: North Carolina
James was born in Charlotte and grew up in Indian Land, South Carolina. He played baseball for McGill University and golf for King’s College London. He enjoys playing golf, spending time outdoors, and travelling.
- Represents landlords and tenants in preparation of office, industrial, and retail leases.
- Represents real estate developers in the acquisition or disposition of assets, including preparing purchase agreements and closing documents.