Atty. James Harold Schwarz

Atty. James Harold Schwarz

James Harold Schwarz is a lawyer practicing real estate, environmental, business law and 2 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from Indiana University in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years.

Indianapolis Indianapolis 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About James Harold Schwarz at a glance

James Harold Schwarz is a Partner based in Indianapolis, Indiana, practicing at Benesch, Friedlander, Coplan & Aronoff LLP. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, business, real estate, and environmental. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1980) and U.S. Federal Court and U.S. Tax Court (1980). Educated at Indiana University School of Law (J.D., 1980) and Indiana University (B.S., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Indianapolis, Indiana State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Indianapolis, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Harold Schwarz is a lawyer practicing real estate, environmental, business law and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Indiana University in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • James practices at Benesch, Friedlander, Coplan & Aronoff LLP in Indianapolis, IN

Practice Areas Explained

James Harold Schwarz's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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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 Harold Schwarz 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 Harold Schwarz is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Indiana →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

James Harold Schwarz is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental 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 Indianapolis 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 Harold Schwarz

Where is James Harold Schwarz's law office located?
James Harold Schwarz's law practice is located in Indianapolis, Indiana. The firm is Benesch, Friedlander, Coplan & Aronoff LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Harold Schwarz handle?
James Harold Schwarz focuses on trusts, probate, business, real estate, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has James Harold Schwarz practiced law?
James Harold Schwarz has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did James Harold Schwarz go to law school?
James Harold Schwarz earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.S., 1977).
How can I contact James Harold Schwarz for a consultation?
You can contact James Harold Schwarz 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 Harold Schwarz received?
James Harold Schwarz's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Indiana University School of Law
- 1980
B.S.
Indiana University
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Federal Court and U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1980

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