Atty. James S. Matthews

Atty. James S. Matthews

James S. Matthews is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy law, commercial law, chapter 13 bankruptcy and 3 other areas of law.

Oklahoma City Oklahoma City 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About James S. Matthews at a glance

James S. Matthews is a Member based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, practicing at James S. Matthews, Jr.. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on chapter 7, chapter 13, business, real estate, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Oklahoma (1981) and U.S. District Court, Western District of Oklahoma and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (1981). Educated at University of Tulsa (J.D., 1981) and University of Kentucky (B.A., 1975). Active member of Oklahoma County, Oklahoma and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Oklahoma City, OK and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James S. Matthews is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy law, commercial law, chapter 13 bankruptcy and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Kentucky in 1975, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • James practices at James S. Matthews, Jr. in Oklahoma City, OK

Practice Areas Explained

James S. Matthews's Areas of Practice

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

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

James S. Matthews is one of 8,885 chapter 7 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 7 attorneys in Oklahoma →

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

James S. Matthews is one of 6,374 chapter 13 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 13 attorneys in Oklahoma →

Business & Corporate Law

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

James S. Matthews is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Oklahoma →

Real Estate Law

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

James S. Matthews is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Oklahoma →

Bankruptcy & Debt

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

James S. Matthews is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Oklahoma →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Oklahoma

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James S. Matthews

Where is James S. Matthews's law office located?
James S. Matthews's law practice is located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The firm is James S. Matthews, Jr.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James S. Matthews handle?
James S. Matthews focuses on chapter 7, chapter 13, business, real estate, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oklahoma.
How long has James S. Matthews practiced law?
James S. Matthews has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did James S. Matthews go to law school?
James S. Matthews earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact James S. Matthews for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Tulsa
- 1981
B.A.
University of Kentucky
- 1975

Bar Admissions

Oklahoma
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Western District of Oklahoma and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1981

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