Atty. James Bechler Chapman
James Bechler Chapman is a lawyer practicing probate, family law, domestic relations and 3 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from University of Akron in 1957, and has been licensed for 60 years.
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James Bechler Chapman is a divorce, probate, family law, real estate, and bankruptcy attorney based in Akron, Ohio. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1966) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio (1967). Educated at University of Akron (J.D., 1965) and University of Akron (B.S., 1957). Serands clients in Akron, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James Bechler Chapman is a lawyer practicing probate, family law, domestic relations and 3 other areas of law
- James received a B.S. degree from University of Akron in 1957, and has been licensed for 60 years
- James practices in Akron, OH
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Bechler Chapman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
James Bechler Chapman is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Ohio →
James Bechler Chapman is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Ohio →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
James Bechler Chapman is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Ohio →
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
James Bechler Chapman is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Ohio →
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
James Bechler Chapman is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Ohio →
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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 Akron 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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