Atty. James Alexander Fields

Atty. James Alexander Fields

James Alexander Fields is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, corporate, trust and 12 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Earlham College in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years.

Lancaster Lancaster 38 Years Experience 38 year
Call (380) 800-9850

Profile Summary

About James Alexander Fields at a glance

James Alexander Fields is a trusts, probate, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law attorney based in Lancaster, Ohio. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1988). Educated at Capital University (J.D., 1988) and Earlham College (B.A., 1985). Serves clients in Lancaster, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Alexander Fields is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, corporate, trust and 12 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Earlham College in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • James practices in Lancaster, OH

Practice Areas Explained

James Alexander Fields's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Personal Injury

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Alexander Fields

Where is James Alexander Fields's law office located?
James Alexander Fields's law practice is located in Lancaster, Ohio. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Alexander Fields handle?
James Alexander Fields focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has James Alexander Fields practiced law?
James Alexander Fields has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did James Alexander Fields go to law school?
James Alexander Fields earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A., 1985).
How can I contact James Alexander Fields for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Capital University
- 1988
B.A.
Earlham College
- 1985

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1988

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