Atty. James L. Edwards

Atty. James L. Edwards

Mr. James L.

Gillette Gillette 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About James L. Edwards at a glance

James L. Edwards is a Member based in Gillette, Wyoming, practicing at Stevens, Edwards, Hallock, Carpenter & Phillips, P.C.. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, wrongful death, personal injury, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Wyoming (1976), U.S. Court of Military Appeals (1976), and U.S. Supreme Court (1980). Educated at University of Wyoming (J.D., 1976) and University of Illinois (B.S., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Campbell County (President, 1991-1992) and American Bar Associations Wyoming State Bar Wyoming Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Gillette, WY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. James L. Edwards is a lawyer practicing administrative law, banking, bankruptcy and 19 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • James practices at Stevens, Edwards, Hallock, Carpenter & Phillips, P.C. in Gillette, WY

Practice Areas Explained

James L. Edwards's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

James L. Edwards is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Wyoming →

Probate

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Wrongful Death

James L. Edwards is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Wyoming →

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 L. Edwards is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Wyoming →

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 L. Edwards is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Wyoming →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Wyoming

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James L. Edwards

Where is James L. Edwards's law office located?
James L. Edwards's law practice is located in Gillette, Wyoming. The firm is Stevens, Edwards, Hallock, Carpenter & Phillips, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James L. Edwards handle?
James L. Edwards focuses on trusts, probate, wrongful death, personal injury, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Wyoming.
How long has James L. Edwards practiced law?
James L. Edwards has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did James L. Edwards go to law school?
James L. Edwards earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.S., 1973).
How can I contact James L. Edwards for a consultation?
You can contact James L. Edwards 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 L. Edwards received?
James L. Edwards's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Wyoming
- 1976
B.S.
University of Illinois
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Wyoming
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Court of Military Appeals
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1980

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