Atty. James P. West

Atty. James P. West

Mr. James P.

Raleigh Raleigh 35 yrs experience 35 year
Call (984) 500-2035 Book Appointment

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.

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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.

Wills

James P. West is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in North Carolina →

Trusts

James P. West is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in North Carolina →

Probate

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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.

James P. West is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in North Carolina →

Employment Law

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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James P. West

Where is James P. West's law office located?
James P. West's law practice is located in Raleigh, North Carolina. The firm is West Law Offices, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James P. West handle?
James P. West focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has James P. West practiced law?
James P. West has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did James P. West go to law school?
James P. West earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1986).
How can I contact James P. West for a consultation?
You can contact James P. West 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 P. West received?
James P. West's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of North Carolina
- 1991
B.A.
University of Pennsylvania
- 1986

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1991
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, D.C
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Eastern, Middle and Western Districts of North Carolina and U.S. Court of Appea
Admitted: 1996
U.S. Court of Appeals, D.C. Circuit, and U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2001

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