Atty. James Franklin Bohrer

Atty. James Franklin Bohrer

Mr. James Franklin Bohrer is a lawyer practicing real estate development, estate planning, business law and 5 other areas of law.

Bloomington Bloomington 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About James Franklin Bohrer at a glance

James Franklin Bohrer is a trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate attorney based in Bloomington, Indiana. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1982), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana (1982), and U.S. Tax Court (1985). Educated at Indiana University (J.D., 1982) and Indiana University (B.S., 1979). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Indiana Certified Public Accountant Society (Associate Member) Monroe County Building Association. Serands clients in Bloomington, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. James Franklin Bohrer is a lawyer practicing real estate development, estate planning, business law and 5 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Indiana University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • James practices in Bloomington, IN

Practice Areas Explained

James Franklin Bohrer's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

James Franklin Bohrer is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Indiana →

Probate

James Franklin Bohrer is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Indiana →

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 Franklin Bohrer is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Indiana →

Business & Corporate Law

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

James Franklin Bohrer is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Indiana →

Real Estate Law

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

James Franklin Bohrer is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Indiana →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Indiana

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Franklin Bohrer

Where is James Franklin Bohrer's law office located?
James Franklin Bohrer's law practice is located in Bloomington, Indiana. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Franklin Bohrer handle?
James Franklin Bohrer focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has James Franklin Bohrer practiced law?
James Franklin Bohrer has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did James Franklin Bohrer go to law school?
James Franklin Bohrer earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.S., 1979).
How can I contact James Franklin Bohrer for a consultation?
You can contact James Franklin Bohrer directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James Franklin Bohrer received?
James Franklin Bohrer's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Indiana University
- 1982
B.S.
Indiana University
- 1979

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1985

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