Atty. James Emanuel Spitz

Atty. James Emanuel Spitz

James Emanuel Spitz is a lawyer practicing probate and guardianship administrative law, trust, elder law & advocacy and 2 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Miami University in 1965, and has been licensed for 57 years.

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About James Emanuel Spitz at a glance

James Emanuel Spitz is a Member based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at James E. Spitz Attorney at Law. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, ssd, and poa. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1969). Educated at Cleveland Marshall College of Law (J.D., 1969) and Miami University (B.A., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Emanuel Spitz is a lawyer practicing probate and guardianship administrative law, trust, elder law & advocacy and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Miami University in 1965, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • James practices at James E. Spitz Attorney at Law in Cleveland, OH

Practice Areas Explained

James Emanuel Spitz's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

James Emanuel Spitz is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Ohio →

Probate

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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 Emanuel Spitz is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Ohio →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

James Emanuel Spitz is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Ohio →

Power of Attorney

James Emanuel Spitz is one of 33,188 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa attorneys in Ohio →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

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 Cleveland 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Emanuel Spitz

Where is James Emanuel Spitz's law office located?
James Emanuel Spitz's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. The firm is James E. Spitz Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Emanuel Spitz handle?
James Emanuel Spitz focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, ssd, poa. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has James Emanuel Spitz practiced law?
James Emanuel Spitz has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did James Emanuel Spitz go to law school?
James Emanuel Spitz earned their education at (J.D., 1969); (B.A., 1965).
How can I contact James Emanuel Spitz for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Emanuel Spitz received?
James Emanuel Spitz's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Cleveland Marshall College of Law
- 1969
B.A.
Miami University
- 1965

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1969

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