James Thompson
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James Thompson

Legal Affairs Director

International Law Specialist

20+ Years ExperienceHarvard Law J.D.International Law

About James

James Thompson is a seasoned international law attorney with 20+ years specializing in cross-border legal documentation. He oversees our legal research team and ensures our guidance aligns with Hague Convention requirements and U.S. Department of State regulations.

With over two decades of experience in international law, James has represented clients in apostille matters across 100+ countries. His deep understanding of the Hague Convention and bilateral treaty frameworks enables him to provide authoritative guidance on complex cross-border documentation challenges.

Before joining Apostille Pro USA, James served as General Counsel for an international consulting firm, where he managed document authentication for clients expanding operations globally. He has also worked closely with U.S. embassies and consulates on authentication protocols.

James regularly publishes articles on international legal documentation and speaks at conferences on Hague Convention compliance. His expertise ensures that every guide published by Apostille Pro USA meets the highest standards of legal accuracy and international recognition.

Areas of Expertise

Hague Convention apostille treaties and compliance
Power of Attorney apostille requirements
Business and corporate document authentication
International legal documentation standards

Specialized Guides & Research

James oversees legal research and verification for complex apostille scenarios including corporate documents, power of attorney instruments, and business authentication requirements.

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)
Harvard Law School
Cambridge, Massachusetts
Master of Laws (LL.M.)
International Law
NYU School of Law
Bachelor of Arts
Political Science
Yale University

By the Numbers

100+
Countries Covered
20+
Years of Experience
5,000+
Legal Documents Reviewed
50+
Published Articles

Professional Affiliations

American Bar Association (ABA)
International Bar Association (IBA)
American Society of International Law (ASIL)
Hague Conference on Private International Law

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