Estate Planning & More Attorney · Serving Stevens Point, WI · 21+ Years Experience
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About David M. James at a Glance
David M. James is a Partner based in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, practicing at Anderson O’Brien, LLP. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, real estate, and tax. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (2005) and U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin (2005). Educated at University of Wisconsin-Madison (J.D., 2005) and University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point (B.S., 2001). Serves clients in Stevens Point, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David M. James
- Atty. David M. James is a lawyer practicing estate planning, tax law, real estate and 2 other areas of law
- David received a B.S. degree from University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point in 2001, and has been licensed for 21 years
- David practices at Anderson O’Brien, LLP in Stevens Point, WI
Practice Areas Explained
David M. James's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David M. James handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Stevens Point.
Probate in Stevens Point
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Estate Planning & Probate in Stevens Point
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
David M. James is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Wisconsin →
Business & Corporate Law in Stevens Point
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
David M. James is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Wisconsin →
Real Estate Law in Stevens Point
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
David M. James is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Wisconsin →
Tax Law in Stevens Point
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
David M. James is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Wisconsin →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Stevens Point
Practicing law in Wisconsin. Legal matters in Wisconsin are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Stevens Point are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Wisconsin state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Wisconsin brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Wisconsin courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Stevens Point Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Stevens Point-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Stevens Point Choose David M. James
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish David M. James's practice in the field of probate, estate planning, business, real estate, and tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David M. James brings 21+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Wisconsin and U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin, David M. James can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering probate, estate planning, and business, David M. James can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Stevens Point
A Stevens Point-based practice means David M. James attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues David M. James Handles in Stevens Point
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters David M. James has experience with under Wisconsin law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact David M. James directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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