James Ewing

James Ewing is an accomplished legal professional with extensive experience in criminal law trial and appellate practice. Currently serving as an Assistant United States Attorney in the appellate unit of the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Northern District of Ohio, James also holds the position of Colonel and Appellate Judge in the U.S. Army JAG Corps Reserves. Prior to his current roles, he spent eight years as an AUSA in the DC U.S. Attorney's Office, including four years as a full-time appellate attorney. His legal career spans over significant litigation experience, handling more than 50 trials and representing the United States in various appellate courts. His cases range from espionage and manslaughter to white-collar fraud and drug offenses. James is recognized for his proficiency in legal research and writing, oral advocacy, and his expertise extends to international law and the law of armed conflict. He holds a Master's of Strategic Studies from The United States Army War College, a J.D. from The College of William and Mary - Marshall Wythe Law School, and a B.S. from the United States Military Academy at West Point.