Atty. James Steven Ford

Atty. James Steven Ford

Phi Kappa Phi; Phi Theta Kappa; Pi Sigma Alpha. Order of the Coif.

Pensacola Pensacola 41 yrs experience 41 year
Call (448) 432-9011 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James Steven Ford at a glance

James Steven Ford is an Attorney based in Pensacola, Florida, practicing at Wilson, Harrell, Farrington, Ford, Wilson, Spain, Hall & Uniacke P.A.. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in Florida (1985) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida (1987). Educated at Florida State University (J.D., 1985) and Pensacola State College (A.A. University, 1979). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Escambia-Santa Rosa and President, 1999, The Florida Bar Northern District of Florida Bankruptcy Bar Association. Serands clients in Pensacola, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Phi Kappa Phi
  • Phi Theta Kappa
  • Pi Sigma Alpha
  • Order of the Coif
  • Staff Member, Florida State University Law Review, 1985

Author

  • "Rehabilitative Alimony-A Matter of Discretion or Direction?," 12 Florida State University Law Review 285, 1984
  • "Adverse Possession, Riparian Rights, Implied Easements: An Interrelation of Issues," 13 Florida State University Law Review 447, 1985

Adjunct Professor

  • Commercial Transactions, Pensacola State College, Spring, 1991
  • University of West Florida, 1992

Practice Areas Explained

James Steven Ford's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Steven Ford 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.

James Steven Ford is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Florida →

Creditor Rights & Collections

James Steven Ford is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Florida →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Steven Ford

Where is James Steven Ford's law office located?
James Steven Ford's law practice is located in Pensacola, Florida. The firm is Wilson, Harrell, Farrington, Ford, Wilson, Spain, Hall & Uniacke P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Steven Ford handle?
James Steven Ford focuses on business, bankruptcy, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has James Steven Ford practiced law?
James Steven Ford has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did James Steven Ford go to law school?
James Steven Ford earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (A.A. University, 1979).
How can I contact James Steven Ford for a consultation?
You can contact James Steven Ford directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James Steven Ford received?
James Steven Ford's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Florida State University
- 1985
A.A. University
Pensacola State College
- 1979

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida
Admitted: 1987

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