Atty. James N. Effland

Atty. James N. Effland

James N. Effland is a lawyer practicing corporate law, estates and trusts, real estate law and 1 other area of law.

Green Bay Green Bay 63 yrs experience 63 year
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Profile Summary

About James N. Effland at a glance

James N. Effland is an Associate based in Green Bay, Wisconsin, practicing at Kaftan, Van Egeren & Gilson, S.C.. They have 63+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1963. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1963) and U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin (1963). Educated at University of Wisconsin (LL.B., 1963) and Monmouth College (B.A., 1956). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Brown County Bar Association State Bar of Wisconsin. Serands clients in Green Bay, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James N. Effland is a lawyer practicing corporate law, estates and trusts, real estate law and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Monmouth College in 1956, and has been licensed for 63 years
  • James practices at Kaftan, Van Egeren & Gilson, S.C. in Green Bay, WI

Practice Areas Explained

James N. Effland's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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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.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

James N. Effland is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Wisconsin →

Real Estate Law

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

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Wisconsin

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James N. Effland

Where is James N. Effland's law office located?
James N. Effland's law practice is located in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The firm is Kaftan, Van Egeren & Gilson, S.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James N. Effland handle?
James N. Effland focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Wisconsin.
How long has James N. Effland practiced law?
James N. Effland has 63+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1963.
Where did James N. Effland go to law school?
James N. Effland earned their education at (LL.B., 1963); (B.A., 1956).
How can I contact James N. Effland for a consultation?
You can contact James N. Effland directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James N. Effland received?
James N. Effland's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

LL.B.
University of Wisconsin
- 1963
B.A.
Monmouth College
- 1956

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin
Admitted: 1963
U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 1963

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