Atty. James Davis Shelby

Atty. James Davis Shelby

James Davis Shelby is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, probate law, domestic relations law and 9 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Hiram College in 1967, and has been licensed for 53 years.

Shaker Heights Shaker Heights 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About James Davis Shelby at a glance

James Davis Shelby is a trusts, probate, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law attorney based in Shaker Heights, Ohio. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1973), U.s. District Court, Northern District of Ohio (1976), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1980). Educated at Cleveland Marshall College of Law (J.D., 1973) and Hiram College (B.A., 1967). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Shaker Heights, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Davis Shelby is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, probate law, domestic relations law and 9 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Hiram College in 1967, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • James practices in Shaker Heights, OH

Practice Areas Explained

James Davis Shelby's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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

Probate

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

James Davis Shelby is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Ohio →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

James Davis Shelby is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Ohio →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

James Davis Shelby is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law 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 Shaker Heights 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 Davis Shelby

Where is James Davis Shelby's law office located?
James Davis Shelby's law practice is located in Shaker Heights, Ohio. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Davis Shelby handle?
James Davis Shelby focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has James Davis Shelby practiced law?
James Davis Shelby has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did James Davis Shelby go to law school?
James Davis Shelby earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1967).
How can I contact James Davis Shelby for a consultation?
You can contact James Davis Shelby directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James Davis Shelby received?
James Davis Shelby's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Cleveland Marshall College of Law
- 1973
B.A.
Hiram College
- 1967

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1973
U.s. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1980

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