Atty. James Lewis Goetz

Atty. James Lewis Goetz

James Lewis Goetz is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, bankruptcy, civil litigation and 10 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of Pittsburgh in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years.

Fort Myers Fort Myers 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About James Lewis Goetz at a glance

James Lewis Goetz is a Member based in Fort Myers, Florida, practicing at Goetz, Hartman & Landsteiner. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1972), Florida (1972), U.S. Court of Military Appeals (1972), and U.S. Supreme Court Ohio United States Supreme Court United States Courts of Appeals United States Di (1976). Educated at University of Akron (J.D., 1972) and University of Pittsburgh (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Lee County and Ohio State Bar Associations The Florida Bar. Serands clients in Fort Myers, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Lewis Goetz is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, bankruptcy, civil litigation and 10 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Pittsburgh in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • James practices at Goetz, Hartman & Landsteiner in Fort Myers, FL

Practice Areas Explained

James Lewis Goetz's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

James Lewis Goetz is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Florida →

Trusts

James Lewis Goetz is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Florida →

Probate

James Lewis Goetz is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Florida →

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 Lewis Goetz is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Florida →

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Lewis Goetz

Where is James Lewis Goetz's law office located?
James Lewis Goetz's law practice is located in Fort Myers, Florida. The firm is Goetz, Hartman & Landsteiner. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Lewis Goetz handle?
James Lewis Goetz focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has James Lewis Goetz practiced law?
James Lewis Goetz has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did James Lewis Goetz go to law school?
James Lewis Goetz earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.A., 1969).
How can I contact James Lewis Goetz for a consultation?
You can contact James Lewis Goetz 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 Lewis Goetz received?
James Lewis Goetz's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Akron
- 1972
B.A.
University of Pittsburgh
- 1969

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1972
Florida
Admitted: 1972
U.S. Court of Military Appeals
Admitted: 1972
U.S. Supreme Court Ohio United States Supreme Court United States Courts of Appeals United States Di
Admitted: 1976

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