Atty. James K. Wheeler
James K. Wheeler was admitted to the Bar in 1971.
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James K. Wheeler is a Member based in Carmel, Indiana, practicing at Coots, Henke & Wheeler Attorneys at Law, P.C.. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on personal injury, family law, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in U.S. District Court Northern District of Indiana (1977) and U.S. District Court Southern District of Indiana (1977). Educated at Purdue University (B.S. Mechanical, 1967). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Carmel, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- James K. Wheeler was admitted to the Bar in 1971
- He is licensed to practice in the Indiana and U.S
- District Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana, and U.S
- Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
- He received his Bachelor of Science degree from Purdue University in Mechanical Engineering and his Doctor of Jurisprudence from Indiana University
- Jim is a member of the Indianapolis, Hamilton County, Indiana State, and American Bar Associations, and is a member if the American Board of Trial Advocates and the Defense Trial Counsel of Indiana
- Jim is also past President of the Carmel Chamber of Commerce and has Served on the Board of Directors and as Campaign Chairman of the Hamilton County United Way
Litigation Percentage
70% of Practice Devoted to Litigation Professional Associations and Memberships: Indianapolis Bar Association Member Hamilton County Bar Association Member Indiana State Bar Association Member American Bar Association Member American Board of Trial Advocates Member Defense Trial Counsel of Indiana Member Carmel Chamber of Commerce Past President Past Employment Positions: Hamilton County United Way, Board of Director Hamilton County United Way, Campaign Chairman
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James K. Wheeler's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James K. Wheeler handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
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 K. Wheeler is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Indiana →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
James K. Wheeler is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Indiana →
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
James K. Wheeler is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Indiana →
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
James K. Wheeler is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Indiana →
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
James K. Wheeler 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 Carmel 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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