Atty. James William Morrison

Atty. James William Morrison

Mr. James William Morrison is a lawyer practicing probate, elder law, estate planning and 3 other areas of law.

Manhattan Manhattan 55 J. Erfahrung 55 year
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Profile Summary

About James William Morrison at a glance

James William Morrison is a Member based in Manhattan, Kansas, practicing at Morrison, Frost, Olsen, Irvine & Schartz, LLP. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on probate, criminal defense, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Kansas (1971), U.S. District Court, District of Kansas (1971), and U.S. Supreme Court (1984). Educated at Washburn University School of Law (J.D., 1970) and Kansas State University (B.S., 1968). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Manhattan, KS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. James William Morrison is a lawyer practicing probate, elder law, estate planning and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Kansas State University in 1968, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • James practices at Morrison, Frost, Olsen, Irvine & Schartz, LLP in Manhattan, KS and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

James William Morrison's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James William Morrison handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

James William Morrison is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Kansas →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

James William Morrison is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Kansas →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

James William Morrison is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Kansas →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Kansas

Practicing law in Kansas. Legal matters in Kansas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Manhattan are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Kansas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Kansas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Kansas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James William Morrison

Where is James William Morrison's law office located?
James William Morrison's law practice is located in Manhattan, Kansas. The firm is Morrison, Frost, Olsen, Irvine & Schartz, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James William Morrison handle?
James William Morrison focuses on probate, criminal defense, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kansas.
How long has James William Morrison practiced law?
James William Morrison has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did James William Morrison go to law school?
James William Morrison earned their education at (J.D., 1970); (B.S., 1968).
How can I contact James William Morrison for a consultation?
You can contact James William Morrison directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James William Morrison received?
James William Morrison's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Washburn University School of Law
- 1970
B.S.
Kansas State University
- 1968

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Kansas
Admitted: 1971
U.S. District Court, District of Kansas
Admitted: 1971
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1984

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