Atty. James A. Wheeler

Atty. James A. Wheeler

James A. Wheeler is a lawyer practicing personal injury, bankruptcy, criminal law and 2 other areas of law.

Olathe Olathe 72 yrs experience 72 year
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About James A. Wheeler at a glance

James A. Wheeler is a divorce, personal injury, criminal defense, bankruptcy, and traffic attorney based in Olathe, Kansas. They have 72+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1954. Admitted to practice in Kansas (1954). Educated at Washburn University of Topeka J.D. (—) and Washburn University of Topeka A.B. (—). Serands clients in Olathe, KS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James A. Wheeler is a lawyer practicing personal injury, bankruptcy, criminal law and 2 other areas of law
  • James A. received a A.B. degree from Washburn University of Topeka, and has been licensed for 72 years
  • James A. practices in Olathe, KS

Practice Areas Explained

James A. Wheeler's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

James A. Wheeler is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Kansas →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

James A. Wheeler is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Kansas →

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.

James A. Wheeler is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Kansas →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

James A. Wheeler is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Kansas →

Traffic Violations

James A. Wheeler is one of 14,506 traffic attorneys indexed nationally. Browse traffic 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 Olathe 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 A. Wheeler

Where is James A. Wheeler's law office located?
James A. Wheeler's law practice is located in Olathe, Kansas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James A. Wheeler handle?
James A. Wheeler focuses on divorce, personal injury, criminal defense, bankruptcy, traffic. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kansas.
How long has James A. Wheeler practiced law?
James A. Wheeler has 72+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1954.
Where did James A. Wheeler go to law school?
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Education

Washburn University of Topeka J.D.
- In Progress
Washburn University of Topeka A.B.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Kansas
Admitted: 1954

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