Atty. James Douglas Kraus

Atty. James Douglas Kraus

James Douglas Kraus is a lawyer practicing real estate & construction, business law, elder law & advocacy and 4 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from The University of Akron, Akron, Ohio in 1979, and has been licensed for 45 years.

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About James Douglas Kraus at a glance

James Douglas Kraus is a Partner based in Akron, Ohio, practicing at Buckingham, Doolittle & Burroughs, LLC. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, real estate, and ssd. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1981) and Ohio U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1983). Educated at The University of Akron School of Law, Akron, Ohio (J.D., 1983) and The University of Akron, Akron, Ohio (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional & Civic Involvement •Director and Assistant Secretary: Invent Now, Inc, •Director and Secretary: Henry V, and and Frances W. Serands clients in Akron, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Douglas Kraus is a lawyer practicing real estate & construction, business law, elder law & advocacy and 4 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from The University of Akron, Akron, Ohio in 1979, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • James practices at Buckingham, Doolittle & Burroughs, LLC in Akron, OH

Practice Areas Explained

James Douglas Kraus's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

James Douglas Kraus 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 Douglas Kraus is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Ohio →

Business & Corporate Law

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

James Douglas Kraus is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →

Real Estate Law

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

James Douglas Kraus is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Ohio →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

James Douglas Kraus is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd 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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Douglas Kraus

Where is James Douglas Kraus's law office located?
James Douglas Kraus's law practice is located in Akron, Ohio. The firm is Buckingham, Doolittle & Burroughs, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Douglas Kraus handle?
James Douglas Kraus focuses on probate, estate planning, business, real estate, ssd. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has James Douglas Kraus practiced law?
James Douglas Kraus has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did James Douglas Kraus go to law school?
James Douglas Kraus earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact James Douglas Kraus for a consultation?
You can contact James Douglas Kraus 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 Douglas Kraus received?
James Douglas Kraus's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
The University of Akron School of Law, Akron, Ohio
- 1983
B.A.
The University of Akron, Akron, Ohio
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1981
Ohio U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1983

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