Atty. James W. Westfall

Atty. James W. Westfall

James W. Westfall is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, collections, family law.

Columbus Columbus 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About James W. Westfall at a glance

James W. Westfall is a Member based in Columbus, Ohio, practicing at Eisen & Westfall, LLP. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on family law, bankruptcy, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1977) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio (1981). Educated at Case Western Reserve University School of Law (J.D., 1977) and University of Cincinnati (B.A., 1974). Serands clients in Columbus, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James W. Westfall is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, collections, family law
  • James W. received a B.A. degree from University of Cincinnati in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • James W. practices at Eisen & Westfall, LLP in Columbus, OH and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

James W. Westfall's Areas of Practice

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

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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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 W. Westfall is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Ohio →

Creditor Rights & Collections

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

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 Columbus 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James W. Westfall

Where is James W. Westfall's law office located?
James W. Westfall's law practice is located in Columbus, Ohio. The firm is Eisen & Westfall, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James W. Westfall handle?
James W. Westfall focuses on family law, bankruptcy, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has James W. Westfall practiced law?
James W. Westfall has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did James W. Westfall go to law school?
James W. Westfall earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact James W. Westfall for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Case Western Reserve University School of Law
- 1977
B.A.
University of Cincinnati
- 1974

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1981

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