Profile Summary
About James P. West at a glance
James P. West is a Member based in Raleigh, North Carolina, practicing at West Law Offices, P.C.. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and employment. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1991), District of Columbia (1992), U.S. District Court, D.C (1994), and U.S. District Court, Eastern, Middle and Western Districts of North Carolina and U.S. Court of Appea (1996). Educated at University of North Carolina (J.D., 1991) and University of Pennsylvania (B.A., 1986). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of North Carolina and American Bar Associations Federal Energy Bar Association National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. Serands clients in Raleigh, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
Want to Get Service From This Attorney?
Sign up free and choose one of the two methods below.
Have a legal question? Sign up free, submit it through the Ask the Attorney module and receive a focused answer from a specialist.
- Free to ask a question
- Answers from specialist attorneys
- Optional private / anonymous question
Request an online video meeting or an in-person consultation at the attorney's office. Pick a time that works for you and share the details securely.
- Online video meeting
- In-person at the attorney's office
- Secure messaging and payment
About
- Mr. James P. West is a lawyer practicing energy, communications and media, trusts and estates and 7 other areas of law
- James received a B.A. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1986, and has been licensed for 35 years
- James practices at West Law Offices, P.C. in Raleigh, NC
Practice Areas Explained
James P. West's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James P. West handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
James P. West is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in North Carolina →
James P. West is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in North Carolina →
James P. West is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in North Carolina →
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
James P. West is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in North Carolina →
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
James P. West is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in North Carolina →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in North Carolina
Practicing law in North Carolina. Legal matters in North Carolina are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Raleigh are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate North Carolina state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in North Carolina 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 North Carolina courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Looking for additional North Carolina attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Raleigh or all attorneys in North Carolina.
Frequently Asked
Common questions about James P. West
Where is James P. West's law office located?
What practice areas does James P. West handle?
How long has James P. West practiced law?
Where did James P. West go to law school?
How can I contact James P. West for a consultation?
What awards or recognition has James P. West received?
Practice Areas
Education
Awards
Bar Admissions
Reviews
No reviews yet.