Law Office of James A. Noel

Born in Cap-Haitien, Haiti, at the age of 7 he emigrated with his family to the United States, specifically New York City. Growing up in a new country, and learning a new language and culture taught James to embrace and overcome challenges. His parents showed him the definition of hard work and dedication. His father gave up his teaching career when he left Haiti, and to see him graduate college a

nd step back into his passion for teaching was inspiring. Inspired by the achievements of his personal hero, Thurgood Marshall and motivated by his father’s journey, James successfully pursued his childhood dream of being in the military and becoming an attorney. He graduated from Fordham University School of Law and joined the Marine Corps. James started his estate planning career in 1998 as a Marine Lieutenant. He worked in various countries, before transitioning to the Marine Corps Reserves, at which point he utilized his legal skills in a new career as a United States Diplomat. After retiring from the foreign service and the Marine Corps, James was ready for a new challenge and returned to the practice that started his career, Estate Planning. Throughout James’ career, he has successfully addressed client needs, whether planning wealth succession or negotiating international contracts with foreign governments. James resides in Prince William County, where he runs his private practice.