James Hemmings
About James Hemmings
James Hemmings serves as Senior Counsel for Litigation and Intellectual Property at Spectrum Brands, Inc., providing legal counsel on environmental, health, and safety matters. He has extensive experience in litigation, having previously held positions at Tucker Ellis LLP and Sidley Austin LLP.
Work at Spectrum Brands
James Hemmings currently serves as Senior Counsel, Litigation and Intellectual Property at Spectrum Brands, Inc. since 2022. In this role, he provides legal counsel on environmental, health, and safety (EHS) matters. He is also involved in advising on cybersecurity issues and handles the legal aspects of product safety for the company. Prior to this position, he worked as Chief Litigation Counsel at Spectrum Brands from 2013 to 2016.
Previous Experience in Law Firms
Before joining Spectrum Brands, James Hemmings was a Partner in Business Litigation at Tucker Ellis LLP from 2016 to 2022 in Chicago, IL. He has extensive experience in litigation, having previously worked at Sidley Austin LLP as an Attorney specializing in Products Liability and Mass Tort Litigation from 2005 to 2013. His background in these firms has equipped him with significant expertise in various legal matters.
Education and Expertise
James Hemmings holds a Juris Doctor degree from the University of Iowa College of Law, where he studied with honors from 2000 to 2003. He also earned a Master of Arts in Middle Eastern Studies from the University of Chicago from 1998 to 2000. Additionally, he obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Foreign Affairs and Middle East Studies from the University of Virginia from 1994 to 1998. His educational background supports his legal expertise in various fields.
Involvement in Mergers and Acquisitions
In his legal career, James Hemmings has been involved in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) due diligence processes. This experience highlights his capability in handling complex legal transactions and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations during corporate mergers and acquisitions.