Atty. James Michael Burge

Atty. James Michael Burge

James Michael Burge is a lawyer practicing criminal. James has been licensed for 51 years.

Avon Lake Avon Lake 51 yrs experience 51 year
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About James Michael Burge at a glance

James Michael Burge is a Com. Pleas J. based in Avon Lake, Ohio. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1975). Serands clients in Avon Lake, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Michael Burge is a lawyer practicing criminal
  • James has been licensed for 51 years
  • James practices in Avon Lake, OH

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James Michael Burge's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

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

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James Michael Burge's law practice is located in Avon Lake, Ohio. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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James Michael Burge focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has James Michael Burge practiced law?
James Michael Burge has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
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Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1975

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