Atty. James A Shuffett
James A Shuffett is a lawyer practicing criminal law. James received a B.A. degree from University of Kentucky in 1964, and has been licensed for 60 years.
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James A Shuffett is a Member based in Lexington, Kentucky, practicing at James A. Shuffett Attorney at Law. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Kentucky U.S. Supreme Court U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky U.S. District Court, W (1966). Educated at University of Kentucky (J.D., 1965) and University of Kentucky (B.A., 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Fayette County, Kentucky, Federal and American Bar Associations National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys. Serands clients in Lexington, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James A Shuffett is a lawyer practicing criminal law
- James received a B.A. degree from University of Kentucky in 1964, and has been licensed for 60 years
- James practices at James A. Shuffett Attorney at Law in Lexington, KY
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Practicing law in Kentucky. Legal matters in Kentucky are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Lexington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Kentucky state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Kentucky 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 Kentucky courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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