Atty. James Albert Metry
James Albert Metry is a lawyer practicing criminal law, subrogation, probate and 6 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of Kentucky in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years.
Criminal Law & More Attorney · Serving Louisville, KY · 47+ Years Experience
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About James Albert Metry at a Glance
James Albert Metry is a Member based in Louisville, Kentucky, practicing at James A. Metry Attorney at Law. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, criminal defense, litigation, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1979). Educated at University of Louisville (J.D., 1978) and University of Kentucky (B.A., 1976). Active member of Kentucky Bar Association. Serves clients in Louisville, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James Albert Metry
- James Albert Metry is a lawyer practicing criminal law, subrogation, probate and 6 other areas of law
- James received a B.A. degree from University of Kentucky in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
- James practices at James A. Metry Attorney at Law in Louisville, KY
Practice Areas Explained
James Albert Metry's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Albert Metry handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Louisville.
Trusts in Louisville
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Probate in Louisville
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Criminal Defense in Louisville
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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Civil Litigation in Louisville
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Elder Law in Louisville
Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Louisville
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 Louisville 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 venue, 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.
Louisville Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Louisville-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 Louisville Choose James Albert Metry
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 James Albert Metry's practice in the field of trusts, probate, criminal defense, litigation, and elder law.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James Albert Metry brings 47+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, probate, and criminal defense, James Albert Metry can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Louisville
A Louisville-based practice means James Albert Metry attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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