The Law Offices of Roger Barrett James/

Your American Business Laywer in Poland.

U.S.-licensed attorney and seasoned international businessman based in Poland

With hundreds of cross-border transactions behind me, I understand both the legal and commercial realities my clients face—and deliver practical, strategic support that protects their interests and drives results.

INTERNATIONAL CONTRACTS & NEGOTIATIONS

I work with companies in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating cross-border agreements to protect their interests and minimize legal risks.

STRATEGIC LEGAL ADVISOR

With over 25 years of experience in business and law, I bring deep insight and knowledge into commercial transactions, helping you make informed and profitable decisions.

COLLABORATION WITH POLISH COUNSEL

I complement the work of your Polish legal team, offering native English language negotiation and specialized guidance in English-language contracts and US. or international law when needed.

BOARD MEMBER FOR GLOBAL GROWTH

Available for board appointments to help guide international expansion, access to U.S. markets, international expansion, ensure legal compliance, and provide strategic governance.

GENERAL BUSINESS & LEGAL SUPPORT

I advise European and American businesses on a wide range of legal and operational matters—including product compliance, risk management, strategic business decisions and conduct legal research on numerous legal topics—always with a global perspective.

CLEAR, PRECISE ENGLISH CONTRACTS

As a Native English speaker and experienced contract lawyer, I ensure your international agreements are written clearly, accurately, and in your best interest—no ambiguity, no surprises.

EFFECTIVE
ADVOCACY

Effective advocacy requires not only the ability to hit the identified target; it also demands the wisdom to question and determine whether there is a more advantageous target to aim for instead.

BUSINESS
SAVVY

Getting business done requires a wise balance of legal and business acumen. I bring you over twenty years of experience guiding individuals and businesses in law and deal-making around the world.

MY SERVICES

GENERAL COUNSEL

| CHIEF LEGAL OFFICER

General Counsel, Chief Legal Officer & Outside Counsel services to help your business thrive and provide leadership in difficult transactions and decisions

CONTRACTS

& AGREEMENTS

Expert drafting and negotiation of contracts and agreements, contract review and contract management to ensure compliance and enforcement

PRODUCT DOCUMENTATION

& COMPLIANCE

Draft, review and advise on product documentation, including warranties, declarations of conformity, etc.

TECHNICAL DOCUMENTS

& MARKETING MATERIALS

Ensuring that your technical and marketing materials are legally sound and comply with local and international requirements

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

& TRADE SECRETS

Providing guidance on the protection of your intellectual property, copyrights, trademarks and trade secrets, and coordinating work with patent attorneys

CORPORATE LAW

& GOVERNANCE

Board of Directors and member/shareholder matters, corporation and subsidiary formation, maintenance and dissolution, minutes of meetings, etc.

STRATEGIC BOARD MEMBER

for International Growth & Governance

Available for Supervisory Board or Advisory roles, offering legal and strategic insight into cross-border transactions, corporate governance, and international expansion. I bring legal, operational, and cultural expertise to help guide business growth and protect shareholder value.

NEGOTIATIONS

& DISPUTE RESOLUTION

I’m a passionate and experienced negotiator dedicated to securing the best possible outcomes for my clients. With specialized training in mediation and alternative dispute resolution (ADR), and experience as a court-appointed mediator, I bring both strategic skill and tenacity to every negotiation—whether resolving disputes or closing deals.

BAR ADMISSIONS

STATE BAR OF CALIFORNIA

Member #: 197899, since 1998

Click here to see my State Bar of California public profile.

The District Bar Council in Łódź, Poland

Member #: LOD/PzB/1

Click here to see my public profile on the Polish National Register of Lawyers.

U.S. District Courts

Northern District of California Central District of California Eastern District of California Southern District of California

American Bar Association

Business Law Group | Small Firm & General Practice Division

Deals Done

Years of Experience

Languages

Countries

LET'S MOVE
MOUNTAINS

“You can’t move mountains by whispering at them.”

– Pink

REMOTE OFFICE
OR ON-SITE

Based near Łódź, Poland, I’m available for in-person meetings throughout Poland and travel internationally when needed. I also work efficiently via video conferencing and remote collaboration tools to support clients in Poland and abroad. As a California-licensed attorney, I bring U.S. legal expertise to international matters—without being U.S.-based.

READY TO
SERVE

I am at your service with passion for law and business and generally achieving challenging goals as a team. How can I help you?