Atty. James Arthur Matre

Atty. James Arthur Matre

James Arthur Matre is a lawyer practicing corporate, business, estate planning and 4 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of Dayton in 1969, and has been licensed for 51 years.

Cincinnati Cincinnati 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About James Arthur Matre at a glance

James Arthur Matre is a trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate attorney based in Cincinnati, Ohio. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1975), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio (1976), and Kentucky (1991). Educated at University of Cincinnati (J.D., 1975) and University of Dayton (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Cincinnati, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Arthur Matre is a lawyer practicing corporate, business, estate planning and 4 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Dayton in 1969, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • James practices in Cincinnati, OH

Practice Areas Explained

James Arthur Matre's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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

Probate

James Arthur Matre is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate 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 Arthur Matre is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Ohio →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

James Arthur Matre is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

James Arthur Matre is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 Cincinnati 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 Arthur Matre

Where is James Arthur Matre's law office located?
James Arthur Matre's law practice is located in Cincinnati, Ohio. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Arthur Matre handle?
James Arthur Matre focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has James Arthur Matre practiced law?
James Arthur Matre has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did James Arthur Matre go to law school?
James Arthur Matre earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1969).
How can I contact James Arthur Matre for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Arthur Matre received?
James Arthur Matre's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Cincinnati
- 1975
B.A.
University of Dayton
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1976
Kentucky
Admitted: 1991

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