Atty. James Marion Shake

Atty. James Marion Shake

James Marion Shake is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, arbitration. James received a B.S. degree from University of Louisville in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years.

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Profile Summary

About James Marion Shake at a glance

James Marion Shake is a Cir. J. based in Louisville, Kentucky. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on adr. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1980) and U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky (1980). Educated at University of Louisville (J.D., 1980) and University of Louisville (B.S., 1977). Serands clients in Louisville, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Marion Shake is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, arbitration
  • James received a B.S. degree from University of Louisville in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • James practices in Louisville, KY

Practice Areas Explained

James Marion Shake's Areas of Practice

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

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Kentucky

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

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Frequently Asked

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Where is James Marion Shake's law office located?
James Marion Shake's law practice is located in Louisville, Kentucky. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Marion Shake handle?
James Marion Shake focuses on adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has James Marion Shake practiced law?
James Marion Shake has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did James Marion Shake go to law school?
James Marion Shake earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.S., 1977).
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Education

J.D.
University of Louisville
- 1980
B.S.
University of Louisville
- 1977

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky
Admitted: 1980

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