Atty. James Edward Ablard

Atty. James Edward Ablard

James Edward Ablard is a lawyer practicing wills law, trusts law, probate law and 2 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years.

Wilmington Wilmington 58 yrs experience 58 year
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About James Edward Ablard at a glance

James Edward Ablard is a Member based in Wilmington, North Carolina, practicing at James Edward Ablard. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1968), District of Columbia (1970), U.S. Supreme Court (1982), and North Carolina (2021). Educated at George Washington University (J.D., 1968) and Pennsylvania State University (B.A., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of McLean and Fairfax Bar Associations Virginia State Bar The District of Columbia Bar The Barristers. Serands clients in Wilmington, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Edward Ablard is a lawyer practicing wills law, trusts law, probate law and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • James practices at James Edward Ablard in Wilmington, NC

Practice Areas Explained

James Edward Ablard's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

James Edward Ablard is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in North Carolina →

Trusts

James Edward Ablard is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in North Carolina →

Probate

James Edward Ablard is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in North Carolina →

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 Edward Ablard is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in North Carolina →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Carolina

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

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Where is James Edward Ablard's law office located?
James Edward Ablard's law practice is located in Wilmington, North Carolina. The firm is James Edward Ablard. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Edward Ablard handle?
James Edward Ablard focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has James Edward Ablard practiced law?
James Edward Ablard has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did James Edward Ablard go to law school?
James Edward Ablard earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (B.A., 1965).
How can I contact James Edward Ablard for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Edward Ablard received?
James Edward Ablard's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
George Washington University
- 1968
B.A.
Pennsylvania State University
- 1965

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1968
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1970
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1982
North Carolina
Admitted: 2021

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