Atty. James Joseph Chrisman

Atty. James Joseph Chrisman

James Joseph Chrisman is a lawyer practicing banking, estate planning, trust and probate and 2 other areas of law. James received a B.S.B.A. degree from The Ohio State University in 1971, and has been licensed for 47 years.

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Profile Summary

About James Joseph Chrisman at a glance

James Joseph Chrisman is a Member based in Sidney, Ohio, practicing at Chrisman & Chrisman. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1979). Educated at The Ohio State University (J.D., 1979) and The Ohio State University (B.S.B.A., 1971). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Sidney, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Joseph Chrisman is a lawyer practicing banking, estate planning, trust and probate and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S.B.A. degree from The Ohio State University in 1971, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • James practices at Chrisman & Chrisman in Sidney, OH

Practice Areas Explained

James Joseph Chrisman's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

James Joseph Chrisman is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Ohio →

Probate

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

James Joseph Chrisman is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Ohio →

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 Joseph Chrisman is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Ohio →

Business & Corporate Law

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

James Joseph Chrisman is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business 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 Sidney 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 Joseph Chrisman

Where is James Joseph Chrisman's law office located?
James Joseph Chrisman's law practice is located in Sidney, Ohio. The firm is Chrisman & Chrisman. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Joseph Chrisman handle?
James Joseph Chrisman focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has James Joseph Chrisman practiced law?
James Joseph Chrisman has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did James Joseph Chrisman go to law school?
James Joseph Chrisman earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.S.B.A., 1971).
How can I contact James Joseph Chrisman for a consultation?
You can contact James Joseph Chrisman 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 Joseph Chrisman received?
James Joseph Chrisman's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
The Ohio State University
- 1979
B.S.B.A.
The Ohio State University
- 1971

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1979

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