Atty. James M. Stein

Atty. James M. Stein

James M. Stein is a lawyer practicing general practice, business, litigation and 7 other areas of law.

Waynesboro Waynesboro 30 yrs experience 30 year
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About James M. Stein at a glance

James M. Stein is a Member based in Waynesboro, Pennsylvania, practicing at Dick, Stein, Schemel, Wine & Frey, LLP. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on trusts, criminal defense, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1996), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa (1996), and Pennsylvania (1999). Educated at University of Iowa College of Law (J.D. President, 1996) and University of Northern Iowa (B.A. Iowa, 1993). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Waynesboro, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James M. Stein is a lawyer practicing general practice, business, litigation and 7 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Northern Iowa in 1993, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • James practices at Dick, Stein, Schemel, Wine & Frey, LLP in Waynesboro, PA and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

James M. Stein's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

James M. Stein is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

James M. Stein is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Pennsylvania →

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 M. Stein is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Business & Corporate Law

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

James M. Stein is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

James M. Stein is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James M. Stein

Where is James M. Stein's law office located?
James M. Stein's law practice is located in Waynesboro, Pennsylvania. The firm is Dick, Stein, Schemel, Wine & Frey, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James M. Stein handle?
James M. Stein focuses on trusts, criminal defense, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has James M. Stein practiced law?
James M. Stein has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did James M. Stein go to law school?
James M. Stein earned their education at (J.D. President, 1996); (B.A. Iowa, 1993).
How can I contact James M. Stein for a consultation?
You can contact James M. Stein 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 M. Stein received?
James M. Stein's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D. President
University of Iowa College of Law
- 1996
B.A. Iowa
University of Northern Iowa
- 1993

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa
Admitted: 1996
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1999

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