Atty. James Allan Norris

Atty. James Allan Norris

James Allan Norris is a lawyer practicing administrative law, administrative law/regulatory law, business law and 15 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from The Ohio State University in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years.

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About James Allan Norris at a glance

James Allan Norris is a Member based in Mt. Vernon, Ohio, practicing at Critchfield, Critchfield & Johnston, Ltd.. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, family law, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1976) and Pennsylvania (1977). Educated at Capital University (J.D., 1976) and The Ohio State University (B.S., 1972). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Mt. Vernon, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Allan Norris is a lawyer practicing administrative law, administrative law/regulatory law, business law and 15 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from The Ohio State University in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • James practices at Critchfield, Critchfield & Johnston, Ltd. in Mt
  • Vernon, OH

Practice Areas Explained

James Allan Norris's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

James Allan Norris is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Ohio →

Probate

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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 Allan Norris is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Ohio →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

James Allan Norris is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Ohio →

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.

James Allan Norris is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Ohio →

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 Mt. Vernon 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 andnue, 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 Allan Norris

Where is James Allan Norris's law office located?
James Allan Norris's law practice is located in Mt. Vernon, Ohio. The firm is Critchfield, Critchfield & Johnston, Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Allan Norris handle?
James Allan Norris focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, family law, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has James Allan Norris practiced law?
James Allan Norris has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did James Allan Norris go to law school?
James Allan Norris earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.S., 1972).
How can I contact James Allan Norris for a consultation?
You can contact James Allan Norris directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James Allan Norris received?
James Allan Norris's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Capital University
- 1976
B.S.
The Ohio State University
- 1972

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1976
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1977

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