Atty. James Ray West

Atty. James Ray West

James Ray West is a lawyer practicing criminal law, bankruptcy, personal injury and 1 other area of law. James received a B.S. degree from Indiana University in 1973, and has been licensed for 46 years.

New Albany New Albany 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About James Ray West at a glance

James Ray West is a personal injury, criminal defense, bankruptcy, and litigation attorney based in New Albany, Indiana. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1980). Educated at Mississippi College (J.D., 1980) and Indiana University (B.S., 1973). Serands clients in New Albany, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Ray West is a lawyer practicing criminal law, bankruptcy, personal injury and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Indiana University in 1973, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • James practices in New Albany, IN

Practice Areas Explained

James Ray West's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

James Ray West is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Indiana →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

James Ray West is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Indiana →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

James Ray West is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Indiana →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

James Ray West is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Indiana →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Indiana

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Ray West

Where is James Ray West's law office located?
James Ray West's law practice is located in New Albany, Indiana. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Ray West handle?
James Ray West focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, bankruptcy, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has James Ray West practiced law?
James Ray West has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did James Ray West go to law school?
James Ray West earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.S., 1973).
How can I contact James Ray West for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Mississippi College
- 1980
B.S.
Indiana University
- 1973

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1980

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