Atty. James W. Kolbus

Atty. James W. Kolbus

James W. Kolbus is a lawyer practicing corporate law, planning and zoning, will & estate and 7 other areas of law.

Goshen Goshen 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About James W. Kolbus at a glance

James W. Kolbus is a Member based in Goshen, Indiana, practicing at Hepler, Saunders, Barkes & Kolbus, LLP. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, employment, and business. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1983). Educated at Indiana University (M.B.A. University, 1990) and Valparaiso University (J.D., 1983). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Goshen City (President, 1995), Elkhart County and Indiana State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Goshen, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James W. Kolbus is a lawyer practicing corporate law, planning and zoning, will & estate and 7 other areas of law
  • James received a M.B.A. degree from Indiana University in 1990, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • James practices at Hepler, Saunders, Barkes & Kolbus, LLP in Goshen, IN

Practice Areas Explained

James W. Kolbus's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

James W. Kolbus is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Indiana →

Business & Corporate Law

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

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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 Goshen 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James W. Kolbus

Where is James W. Kolbus's law office located?
James W. Kolbus's law practice is located in Goshen, Indiana. The firm is Hepler, Saunders, Barkes & Kolbus, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James W. Kolbus handle?
James W. Kolbus focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, employment, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has James W. Kolbus practiced law?
James W. Kolbus has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did James W. Kolbus go to law school?
James W. Kolbus earned their education at (M.B.A. University, 1990); (J.D., 1983).
How can I contact James W. Kolbus for a consultation?
You can contact James W. Kolbus 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 W. Kolbus received?
James W. Kolbus's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

M.B.A. University
Indiana University
- 1990
J.D.
Valparaiso University
- 1983

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1983

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