Atty. James W. Pearson, Jr.

Atty. James W. Pearson, Jr.

James W. Pearson, Jr. is a lawyer practicing estate administration law, probate, estate planning and 3 other areas of law.

Phila Phila 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About James W. Pearson, Jr. at a glance

James W. Pearson, Jr. is a probate, personal injury, estate planning, employment, and real estate attorney based in Phila, Pennsylvania. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1976), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania (1977), U.S. Supreme Court, California (1983), and California (1983). Educated at Temple University (J.D., 1976) and LaSalle University (B.S., 1972). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Phila, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James W. Pearson, Jr. is a lawyer practicing estate administration law, probate, estate planning and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from LaSalle University in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • James practices in Phila, PA

Practice Areas Explained

James W. Pearson, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

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

Probate

James W. Pearson, Jr. is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

James W. Pearson, Jr. is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Pennsylvania →

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.

James W. Pearson, Jr. is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Employment Law

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

James W. Pearson, Jr. is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Real Estate Law

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

James W. Pearson, Jr. is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James W. Pearson, Jr.

Where is James W. Pearson, Jr.'s law office located?
James W. Pearson, Jr.'s law practice is located in Phila, Pennsylvania. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James W. Pearson, Jr. handle?
James W. Pearson, Jr. focuses on probate, personal injury, estate planning, employment, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has James W. Pearson, Jr. practiced law?
James W. Pearson, Jr. has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did James W. Pearson, Jr. go to law school?
James W. Pearson, Jr. earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.S., 1972).
How can I contact James W. Pearson, Jr. for a consultation?
You can contact James W. Pearson, Jr. 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. Pearson, Jr. received?
James W. Pearson, Jr.'s notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Temple University
- 1976
B.S.
LaSalle University
- 1972

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1976
and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Supreme Court, California
Admitted: 1983
California
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Supreme Court, New Jersey
Admitted: 1993
New Jersey
Admitted: 1993

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