Atty. James J Coles

Atty. James J Coles

James J Coles is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy law, probate law, commercial litigation. James received a B.S. degree from University of North Dakota in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years.

Bismarck Bismarck 49 yrs experience 49 year
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About James J Coles at a glance

James J Coles is a Member based in Bismarck, North Dakota, practicing at Coles Law Firm, PC. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on probate, business, bankruptcy, and litigation. Admitted to practice in North Dakota (1977), U.S. District Court, District of North Dakota (1977), and U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1982). Educated at University of North Dakota (J.D., 1977) and University of North Dakota (B.S., 1974). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Burleigh County Bar Association State Bar Association of North Dakota (Chairman, Legal Economics Section, 1990-1991) North Dakota Society of Certified Public Accountants. Serands clients in Bismarck, ND and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James J Coles is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy law, probate law, commercial litigation
  • James received a B.S. degree from University of North Dakota in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • James practices at Coles Law Firm, PC in Bismarck, ND

Practice Areas Explained

James J Coles's Areas of Practice

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

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.

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

James J Coles is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in North Dakota →

Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Dakota

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

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Common questions about James J Coles

Where is James J Coles's law office located?
James J Coles's law practice is located in Bismarck, North Dakota. The firm is Coles Law Firm, PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James J Coles handle?
James J Coles focuses on probate, business, bankruptcy, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Dakota.
How long has James J Coles practiced law?
James J Coles has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did James J Coles go to law school?
James J Coles earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.S., 1974).
How can I contact James J Coles for a consultation?
You can contact James J Coles 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 J Coles received?
James J Coles's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of North Dakota
- 1977
B.S.
University of North Dakota
- 1974

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

North Dakota
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, District of North Dakota
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1982

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