Atty. James Michael Dearing

Atty. James Michael Dearing

James Michael Dearing is a lawyer practicing commercial law, collection law. James received a B.A. degree from Georgetown College in 1977, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Lexington Lexington 44 yrs experience 44 year
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About James Michael Dearing at a glance

James Michael Dearing is a Member based in Lexington, Kentucky. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on business and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1982). Educated at University of Kentucky (J.D., 1981) and Georgetown College (B.A., 1977). Active member of Fayette County, Kentucky and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Lexington, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Michael Dearing is a lawyer practicing commercial law, collection law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Georgetown College in 1977, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • James practices in Lexington, KY

Practice Areas Explained

James Michael Dearing's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Creditor Rights & Collections

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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 Lexington 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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Where is James Michael Dearing's law office located?
James Michael Dearing's law practice is located in Lexington, Kentucky. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Michael Dearing handle?
James Michael Dearing focuses on business, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has James Michael Dearing practiced law?
James Michael Dearing has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did James Michael Dearing go to law school?
James Michael Dearing earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1977).
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Education

J.D.
University of Kentucky
- 1981
B.A.
Georgetown College
- 1977

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 1982

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