Atty. James Rickard Donovan

Atty. James Rickard Donovan

James Rickard Donovan is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & debt, business. James has been licensed for 33 years.

Fort Wayne Fort Wayne 33 yrs experience 33 year
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About James Rickard Donovan at a glance

James Rickard Donovan is a business and bankruptcy attorney based in Fort Wayne, Indiana. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1993). Educated at Valparaiso University School of Law JD - Juris Doctor (—). Serands clients in Fort Wayne, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Rickard Donovan is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & debt, business
  • James has been licensed for 33 years
  • James practices in Fort Wayne, IN

Practice Areas Explained

James Rickard Donovan's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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

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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 Fort Wayne 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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Where is James Rickard Donovan's law office located?
James Rickard Donovan's law practice is located in Fort Wayne, Indiana. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Rickard Donovan handle?
James Rickard Donovan focuses on business, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has James Rickard Donovan practiced law?
James Rickard Donovan has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did James Rickard Donovan go to law school?
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Education

Valparaiso University School of Law JD - Juris Doctor
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1993

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