Atty. James Walter Turner

Atty. James Walter Turner

James Walter Turner is a lawyer practicing business law, estate planning, real estate. James received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1968, and has been licensed for 49 years.

Charleston Charleston 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About James Walter Turner at a glance

James Walter Turner is a Principal based in Charleston, West Virginia, practicing at James Walter Turner. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in California (1977) and West Virginia (1977). Educated at Washington & Lee University (J.D., 1974) and University of California at Los Angeles (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Kanawha County, West Virginia and American Bar Associations State Bar of California West Virginia State Bar. Serands clients in Charleston, WV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Walter Turner is a lawyer practicing business law, estate planning, real estate
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1968, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • James practices at James Walter Turner in Charleston, WV

Practice Areas Explained

James Walter Turner's Areas of Practice

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

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.

James Walter Turner is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in West Virginia →

Real Estate Law

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

James Walter Turner is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in West Virginia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in West Virginia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Walter Turner

Where is James Walter Turner's law office located?
James Walter Turner's law practice is located in Charleston, West Virginia. The firm is James Walter Turner. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Walter Turner handle?
James Walter Turner focuses on estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in West Virginia.
How long has James Walter Turner practiced law?
James Walter Turner has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did James Walter Turner go to law school?
James Walter Turner earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1968).
How can I contact James Walter Turner for a consultation?
You can contact James Walter Turner 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 Walter Turner received?
James Walter Turner's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Washington & Lee University
- 1974
B.A.
University of California at Los Angeles
- 1968

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1977
West Virginia
Admitted: 1977

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