Atty. James E. Van Horn, Jr.

Atty. James E. Van Horn, Jr.

James E. Van Horn, Jr. is a lawyer practicing real estate, bankruptcy / chapter 7.

Ellicott City Ellicott City 24 yrs experience 24 year
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About James E. Van Horn, Jr. at a glance

James E. Van Horn, Jr. is a Sr. Com. Pleas J. based in Ellicott City, Maryland. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on chapter 7, real estate, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (2002). Educated at University of Pennsylvania (J.D., 1943) and Juniata College (A.B., 1940). Serands clients in Ellicott City, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James E. Van Horn, Jr. is a lawyer practicing real estate, bankruptcy / chapter 7
  • James received a A.B. degree from Juniata College in 1940, and has been licensed for 24 years
  • James practices in Ellicott City, MD

Practice Areas Explained

James E. Van Horn, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James E. Van Horn, Jr. handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

James E. Van Horn, Jr. is one of 8,885 chapter 7 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 7 attorneys in Maryland →

Real Estate Law

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

James E. Van Horn, Jr. is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Maryland →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

James E. Van Horn, Jr. is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Maryland →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Maryland

Practicing law in Maryland. Legal matters in Maryland are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Ellicott City are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Maryland state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Maryland 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 Maryland courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James E. Van Horn, Jr.

Where is James E. Van Horn, Jr.'s law office located?
James E. Van Horn, Jr.'s law practice is located in Ellicott City, Maryland. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James E. Van Horn, Jr. handle?
James E. Van Horn, Jr. focuses on chapter 7, real estate, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has James E. Van Horn, Jr. practiced law?
James E. Van Horn, Jr. has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did James E. Van Horn, Jr. go to law school?
James E. Van Horn, Jr. earned their education at (J.D., 1943); (A.B., 1940).
How can I contact James E. Van Horn, Jr. for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Pennsylvania
- 1943
A.B.
Juniata College
- 1940

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2002

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