Atty. James Monroe Patton

Atty. James Monroe Patton

James Monroe Patton is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, business law, estate planning and 3 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Eastern Kentucky University in 1995, and has been licensed for 28 years.

Irvine Irvine 28 yrs experience 28 year
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About James Monroe Patton at a glance

James Monroe Patton is a probate, estate planning, employment, business, and real estate attorney based in Irvine, Kentucky. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1998). Educated at University of Kentucky (J.D., 1998) and Eastern Kentucky University (B.A., 1995). Serands clients in Irvine, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Monroe Patton is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, business law, estate planning and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Eastern Kentucky University in 1995, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • James practices in Irvine, KY

Practice Areas Explained

James Monroe Patton's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

James Monroe Patton is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate 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 Monroe Patton is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Kentucky →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

James Monroe Patton is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Kentucky →

Business & Corporate Law

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

James Monroe Patton is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Kentucky →

Real Estate Law

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

James Monroe Patton 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 Irvine 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 Monroe Patton

Where is James Monroe Patton's law office located?
James Monroe Patton's law practice is located in Irvine, Kentucky. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Monroe Patton handle?
James Monroe Patton focuses on probate, estate planning, employment, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has James Monroe Patton practiced law?
James Monroe Patton has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did James Monroe Patton go to law school?
James Monroe Patton earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.A., 1995).
How can I contact James Monroe Patton for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Kentucky
- 1998
B.A.
Eastern Kentucky University
- 1995

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 1998

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