Atty. James Walker Stites III

Atty. James Walker Stites III

James Walker Stites III is a lawyer practicing corporate law, estate planning, probate & trust and 1 other area of law. James Walker received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1983, and has been licensed for 75 years.

Louisville Louisville 75 yrs experience 75 year
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About James Walker Stites III at a glance

James Walker Stites III is a Member based in Louisville, Kentucky, practicing at J. Walker Stites, III. They have 75+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1951. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1951) and Georgia (1990). Educated at Vanderbilt University (J.D., 1990) and University of Virginia (B.A. Vanderbilt, 1983). Active member of Louisville, Kentucky and American Bar Associations State Bar of Georgia. Serands clients in Louisville, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Walker Stites III is a lawyer practicing corporate law, estate planning, probate & trust and 1 other area of law
  • James Walker received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1983, and has been licensed for 75 years
  • James Walker practices at J. Walker Stites, III in Louisville, KY

Practice Areas Explained

James Walker Stites III's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Walker Stites III 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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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Tax Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Kentucky

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Walker Stites III

Where is James Walker Stites III's law office located?
James Walker Stites III's law practice is located in Louisville, Kentucky. The firm is J. Walker Stites, III. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Walker Stites III handle?
James Walker Stites III focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has James Walker Stites III practiced law?
James Walker Stites III has 75+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1951.
Where did James Walker Stites III go to law school?
James Walker Stites III earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A. Vanderbilt, 1983).
How can I contact James Walker Stites III for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Vanderbilt University
- 1990
B.A. Vanderbilt
University of Virginia
- 1983

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 1951
Georgia
Admitted: 1990

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