Atty. James Thomas Graves

Atty. James Thomas Graves

James Thomas Graves is a lawyer practicing transportation, commercial, finance and 11 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from Kansas State University in 1957, and has been licensed for 64 years.

St. Joseph St. Joseph 64 yrs experience 64 year
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Profile Summary

About James Thomas Graves at a glance

James Thomas Graves is a Member based in St. Joseph, Missouri, practicing at James T. Graves. They have 64+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1962. Their practice focuses on contracts, employment, business, bankruptcy, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in Kansas (1962) and Missouri (1993). Educated at University of Kansas (J.D., 1960) and Kansas State University (B.S., 1957). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Saline-Ottawa Counties (President, 1966), Northwest Kansas, Kansas, Missouri and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in St. Joseph, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Thomas Graves is a lawyer practicing transportation, commercial, finance and 11 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Kansas State University in 1957, and has been licensed for 64 years
  • James practices at James T. Graves in St. Joseph, MO

Practice Areas Explained

James Thomas Graves's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Employment Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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Creditor Rights & Collections

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Missouri

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Thomas Graves

Where is James Thomas Graves's law office located?
James Thomas Graves's law practice is located in St. Joseph, Missouri. The firm is James T. Graves. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Thomas Graves handle?
James Thomas Graves focuses on contracts, employment, business, bankruptcy, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has James Thomas Graves practiced law?
James Thomas Graves has 64+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1962.
Where did James Thomas Graves go to law school?
James Thomas Graves earned their education at (J.D., 1960); (B.S., 1957).
How can I contact James Thomas Graves for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Thomas Graves received?
James Thomas Graves's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Kansas
- 1960
B.S.
Kansas State University
- 1957

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Kansas
Admitted: 1962
Missouri
Admitted: 1993

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