Atty. James Edward Kopelman

Atty. James Edward Kopelman

James Edward Kopelman is a lawyer practicing eminent domain, real estate, trusts and estates, wills and probate. James received a B.A. degree from Dickinson College in 1962, and has been licensed for 59 years.

New Kensington New Kensington 59 yrs experience 59 year
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About James Edward Kopelman at a glance

James Edward Kopelman is a Member based in New Kensington, Pennsylvania, practicing at James E. Kopelman. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, real estate, and zoning. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1967). Educated at University of Pittsburgh (LL.B., 1966) and Dickinson College (B.A., 1962). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in New Kensington, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Edward Kopelman is a lawyer practicing eminent domain, real estate, trusts and estates, wills and probate
  • James received a B.A. degree from Dickinson College in 1962, and has been licensed for 59 years
  • James practices at James E. Kopelman in New Kensington, PA

Practice Areas Explained

James Edward Kopelman's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Real Estate Law

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

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Land Use & Zoning

James Edward Kopelman is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Edward Kopelman

Where is James Edward Kopelman's law office located?
James Edward Kopelman's law practice is located in New Kensington, Pennsylvania. The firm is James E. Kopelman. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Edward Kopelman handle?
James Edward Kopelman focuses on trusts, probate, real estate, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has James Edward Kopelman practiced law?
James Edward Kopelman has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
Where did James Edward Kopelman go to law school?
James Edward Kopelman earned their education at (LL.B., 1966); (B.A., 1962).
How can I contact James Edward Kopelman for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Edward Kopelman received?
James Edward Kopelman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
University of Pittsburgh
- 1966
B.A.
Dickinson College
- 1962

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1967

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