Atty. James E. Skeen
Executive Editor, Brigham Young University Law Review, 1977-1978. Certified Public Accountant, Utah, 1978.
Estate Administration & More Attorney · Serving Charlottesville, VA · 48+ Years Experience
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About James E. Skeen at a Glance
James E. Skeen is a Member based in Charlottesville, Virginia, practicing at Skeen Law Offices. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on formation, wills, irs, trusts, and probate. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1978), Virginia (1979), U.S. Tax Court (1980), and U.S. Supreme Court (1987). Educated at Brigham Young University (J.D., 1978) and Brigham Young University (B.S., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of President, 1988-1989, Charlottesville-Albemarle Bar Association Virginia State Bar American Bar Association Central Virginia Estate Planning Council. Serves clients in Charlottesville, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James E. Skeen
- Executive Editor, Brigham Young University Law Review, 1977-1978
- Certified Public Accountant, Utah, 1978
- Trustee, Southern Virginia University, 2001—
- General Counsel and Executive Board Member, Stonewall Jackson Area Council, Boy Scouts of America, 2010—
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James E. Skeen's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James E. Skeen handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Charlottesville.
Business Formation in Charlottesville
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Wills in Charlottesville
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IRS Disputes & Audits in Charlottesville
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Trusts in Charlottesville
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Probate in Charlottesville
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Charlottesville
Practicing law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Charlottesville are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Virginia 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 Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Charlottesville Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Charlottesville-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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Why Clients in Charlottesville Choose James E. Skeen
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. Skeen's practice in the field of formation, wills, irs, trusts, and probate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James E. Skeen brings 48+ 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 District of Columbia, Virginia, and U.S. Tax Court, James E. Skeen can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering formation, wills, and irs, James E. Skeen can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Charlottesville
A Charlottesville-based practice means James E. Skeen 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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