Atty. James A. Bartholomew

Atty. James A. Bartholomew

James A. Bartholomew is an attorney in the Firm’s Estate Planning & Administration of Estates & Trusts Group.

Center Valley Center Valley 57 yrs experience 57 year
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Profile Summary

About James A. Bartholomew at a glance

James A. Bartholomew is an Of Counsel based in Center Valley, Pennsylvania, practicing at Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, P.C.. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1969) and U.S. Court of Military Appeals (1973). Educated at University of Pennsylvania (J.D. Temple, 1969) and Princeton University (B.A., 1966). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Center Valley, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James A. Bartholomew is an attorney in the Firm’s Estate Planning & Administration of Estates & Trusts Group
  • Mr. Bartholomew’s practice includes estate planning and administration, wills, elder law, corporate and business law, real estate and municipal law
  • He has been a frequent lecturer to regional groups on the subjects of Wills and Estate Planning, Planned Charitable Giving, and Retirement Planning
  • Mr. Bartholomew serves as Co-Solicitor of the Lehigh Tax Collection Committee, and served as Solicitor of the Southern Lehigh School District from 1978 to 2013

Practice Areas Explained

James A. Bartholomew's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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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.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Center Valley are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James A. Bartholomew

Where is James A. Bartholomew's law office located?
James A. Bartholomew's law practice is located in Center Valley, Pennsylvania. The firm is Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James A. Bartholomew handle?
James A. Bartholomew focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has James A. Bartholomew practiced law?
James A. Bartholomew has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did James A. Bartholomew go to law school?
James A. Bartholomew earned their education at (J.D. Temple, 1969); (B.A., 1966).
How can I contact James A. Bartholomew for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James A. Bartholomew received?
James A. Bartholomew's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D. Temple
University of Pennsylvania
- 1969
B.A.
Princeton University
- 1966

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1969
U.S. Court of Military Appeals
Admitted: 1973

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