Atty. James Prentice Farmer, Jr.

Atty. James Prentice Farmer, Jr.

James Prentice Farmer, Jr. is a lawyer practicing business law, real estate, trusts and estates and 1 other area of law. James received a B.S. degree from Ohio University in 1975, and has been licensed for 45 years.

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Profile Summary

About James Prentice Farmer, Jr. at a glance

James Prentice Farmer, Jr. is an Of Counsel based in Cleveland, Ohio. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1981). Educated at Cleveland Marshall College of Law (J.D., 1981) and Ohio University (B.S., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association (Member, Section on Real Estate Law) Ohio State Bar Association (Member, Section on: Real Property Corporate Counsel, Probate and Trust Law) and American Bar Association. Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Prentice Farmer, Jr. is a lawyer practicing business law, real estate, trusts and estates and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Ohio University in 1975, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • James practices in Cleveland, OH

Practice Areas Explained

James Prentice Farmer, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

James Prentice Farmer, Jr. is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Ohio →

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 Prentice Farmer, Jr. is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Ohio →

Business & Corporate Law

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

James Prentice Farmer, Jr. is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →

Real Estate Law

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

James Prentice Farmer, Jr. is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Ohio →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Prentice Farmer, Jr.

Where is James Prentice Farmer, Jr.'s law office located?
James Prentice Farmer, Jr.'s law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Prentice Farmer, Jr. handle?
James Prentice Farmer, Jr. focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has James Prentice Farmer, Jr. practiced law?
James Prentice Farmer, Jr. has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did James Prentice Farmer, Jr. go to law school?
James Prentice Farmer, Jr. earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.S., 1975).
How can I contact James Prentice Farmer, Jr. for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Prentice Farmer, Jr. received?
James Prentice Farmer, Jr.'s notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Cleveland Marshall College of Law
- 1981
B.S.
Ohio University
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1981

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