Atty. James Francis Long

Atty. James Francis Long

James Francis Long is a lawyer practicing business law, criminal defense law, litigation and 1 other area of law. James received a B.A. degree from Ohio Northern University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Kettering Kettering 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About James Francis Long at a glance

James Francis Long is a criminal defense, business, and litigation attorney based in Kettering, Ohio. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1984). Educated at The Ohio State University (J.D., 1984) and Ohio Northern University (B.A., 1981). Serands clients in Kettering, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Francis Long is a lawyer practicing business law, criminal defense law, litigation and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Ohio Northern University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • James practices in Kettering, OH

Practice Areas Explained

James Francis Long's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

James Francis Long is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

James Francis Long is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Kettering 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 Francis Long

Where is James Francis Long's law office located?
James Francis Long's law practice is located in Kettering, Ohio. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Francis Long handle?
James Francis Long focuses on criminal defense, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has James Francis Long practiced law?
James Francis Long has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did James Francis Long go to law school?
James Francis Long earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact James Francis Long for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
The Ohio State University
- 1984
B.A.
Ohio Northern University
- 1981

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1984

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