Atty. James David Snively

Atty. James David Snively

James David Snively is a lawyer practicing estate planning, trust and probate, general practice and 1 other area of law. James received a B.A. degree from Wittenberg College in 1963, and has been licensed for 60 years.

Massillon Massillon 60 yrs experience 60 year
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Profile Summary

About James David Snively at a glance

James David Snively is a trusts, probate, estate planning, and real estate attorney based in Massillon, Ohio. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1966). Educated at Case Western Reserve University (J.D., 1966) and Wittenberg College (B.A., 1963). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Massillon, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James David Snively is a lawyer practicing estate planning, trust and probate, general practice and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Wittenberg College in 1963, and has been licensed for 60 years
  • James practices in Massillon, OH

Practice Areas Explained

James David Snively's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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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 David Snively is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Ohio →

Real Estate Law

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

James David Snively 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 Massillon 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 David Snively

Where is James David Snively's law office located?
James David Snively's law practice is located in Massillon, Ohio. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James David Snively handle?
James David Snively focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has James David Snively practiced law?
James David Snively has 60+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1966.
Where did James David Snively go to law school?
James David Snively earned their education at (J.D., 1966); (B.A., 1963).
How can I contact James David Snively for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James David Snively received?
James David Snively's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Case Western Reserve University
- 1966
B.A.
Wittenberg College
- 1963

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1966

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