Atty. James B. Payne

Atty. James B. Payne

James B. Payne is a lawyer practicing water law, real estate law, business law and 2 other areas of law.

Taylorsville Taylorsville 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About James B. Payne at a glance

James B. Payne is a probate, business, real estate, and bankruptcy attorney based in Taylorsville, Utah. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Admitted to practice in New Mexico (1981), U.S. District Court, District of New Mexico (1981), and Florida (2000). Educated at Brigham Young University (J.D., 1981) and Brigham Young University (B.S. Texas, 1971). Serands clients in Taylorsville, UT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James B. Payne is a lawyer practicing water law, real estate law, business law and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Brigham Young University in 1971, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • James practices in Taylorsville, UT

Practice Areas Explained

James B. Payne's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

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

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Utah

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James B. Payne

Where is James B. Payne's law office located?
James B. Payne's law practice is located in Taylorsville, Utah. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James B. Payne handle?
James B. Payne focuses on probate, business, real estate, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Utah.
How long has James B. Payne practiced law?
James B. Payne has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did James B. Payne go to law school?
James B. Payne earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.S. Texas, 1971).
How can I contact James B. Payne for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Brigham Young University
- 1981
B.S. Texas
Brigham Young University
- 1971

Bar Admissions

New Mexico
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, District of New Mexico
Admitted: 1981
Florida
Admitted: 2000

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