Atty. James Michael Lawson

Atty. James Michael Lawson

James Michael Lawson is a lawyer practicing estate planning, real estate, personal injury. James received a B.A. degree from Western Kentucky in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years.

Albany Albany 43 yrs experience 43 year
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About James Michael Lawson at a glance

James Michael Lawson is a Chf. Dist. J. based in Albany, Kentucky. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on personal injury, estate planning, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1983). Educated at Salmon P. Chase College of Law, Northern Kentucky University (J.D., 1982) and Western Kentucky (B.A., 1979). Serands clients in Albany, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Michael Lawson is a lawyer practicing estate planning, real estate, personal injury
  • James received a B.A. degree from Western Kentucky in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • James practices in Albany, KY

Practice Areas Explained

James Michael Lawson's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

James Michael Lawson is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Kentucky →

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 Michael Lawson is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Kentucky →

Real Estate Law

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

James Michael Lawson is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Kentucky →

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 Albany 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

Common questions about James Michael Lawson

Where is James Michael Lawson's law office located?
James Michael Lawson's law practice is located in Albany, Kentucky. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Michael Lawson handle?
James Michael Lawson focuses on personal injury, estate planning, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has James Michael Lawson practiced law?
James Michael Lawson has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did James Michael Lawson go to law school?
James Michael Lawson earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact James Michael Lawson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Salmon P. Chase College of Law, Northern Kentucky University
- 1982
B.A.
Western Kentucky
- 1979

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 1983

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