Atty. James Stephen Simon
James Stephen Simon is a lawyer practicing real estate & construction, finance & public law, nonprofit & foundation and 5 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Bennington College, Bennington, Vermont in 1997, and has been licensed for 26 years.
Finance & Public Law & More Attorney · Serving Akron, OH · 26+ Years Experience
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About James Stephen Simon at a Glance
James Stephen Simon is an Attorney based in Akron, Ohio, practicing at Amer Cunningham Co., L.P.A.. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, tax, and government. Admitted to practice in Ohio (2000) and U.S. Tax Court (2002). Educated at The University of Akron School of Law (J.D., 2000) and Bennington College, Bennington, Vermont (B.A., 1997). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Akron, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James Stephen Simon
- James Stephen Simon is a lawyer practicing real estate & construction, finance & public law, nonprofit & foundation and 5 other areas of law
- James received a B.A. degree from Bennington College, Bennington, Vermont in 1997, and has been licensed for 26 years
- James practices at Amer Cunningham Co., L.P.A. in Akron, OH
Practice Areas Explained
James Stephen Simon's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Stephen Simon handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Akron.
Business & Corporate Law in Akron
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in Akron
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
James Stephen Simon is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Ohio →
Tax Law in Akron
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
James Stephen Simon is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Ohio →
Government & Administrative Law in Akron
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Akron
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 Akron 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 venue, 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.
Akron Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Akron-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Akron Choose James Stephen Simon
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish James Stephen Simon's practice in the field of business, real estate, tax, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James Stephen Simon brings 26+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Ohio and U.S. Tax Court, James Stephen Simon can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, real estate, and tax, James Stephen Simon can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Akron
A Akron-based practice means James Stephen Simon attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues James Stephen Simon Handles in Akron
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters James Stephen Simon has experience with under Ohio law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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