Atty. James Christian Deboard

Atty. James Christian Deboard

James Christian Deboard is a lawyer practicing estate planning, wills, trust law and 6 other areas of law. James received a B.B.A. degree from Marshall University in 1970, and has been licensed for 49 years.

Worthington Worthington 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About James Christian Deboard at a glance

James Christian Deboard is a Member based in Worthington, Ohio, practicing at J. C. DeBoard & Co.. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on wills, contracts, trusts, probate, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1977) and Florida (1993). Educated at Capital University (J.D., 1977) and Marshall University (B.B.A., 1970). Serands clients in Worthington, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Christian Deboard is a lawyer practicing estate planning, wills, trust law and 6 other areas of law
  • James received a B.B.A. degree from Marshall University in 1970, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • James practices at J. C. DeBoard & Co. in Worthington, OH

Practice Areas Explained

James Christian Deboard's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

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Contracts

James Christian Deboard is one of 76,762 contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse contracts attorneys in Ohio →

Trusts

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

Probate

James Christian Deboard 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 Christian Deboard 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 Worthington 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 Christian Deboard

Where is James Christian Deboard's law office located?
James Christian Deboard's law practice is located in Worthington, Ohio. The firm is J. C. DeBoard & Co.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Christian Deboard handle?
James Christian Deboard focuses on wills, contracts, trusts, probate, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has James Christian Deboard practiced law?
James Christian Deboard has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did James Christian Deboard go to law school?
James Christian Deboard earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.B.A., 1970).
How can I contact James Christian Deboard for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Capital University
- 1977
B.B.A.
Marshall University
- 1970

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1977
Florida
Admitted: 1993

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