Attorney · Serving Solon, OH · 59+ Years Experience
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About James E. Hakes at a Glance
James E. Hakes is a Sr. Coun. based in Solon, Ohio. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1967), Illinois (1968), and limited admission in Ohio (1986). Educated at Notre Dame Law School (LL.B., 1966) and University of Notre Dame (B.A., 1963). Serves clients in Solon, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James E. Hakes
- James E. Hakes is a lawyer
- James E. received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1963, and has been licensed for 59 years
- James E. practices in Solon, OH
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Solon
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 Solon 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 venue, 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.
Solon Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Solon-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Solon Choose James E. Hakes
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish James E. Hakes's practice.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James E. Hakes brings 59+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Missouri, Illinois, and limited admission in Ohio, James E. Hakes can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Local Presence in Solon
A Solon-based practice means James E. Hakes attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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