Atty. James William Ehrman

Atty. James William Ehrman

Mr. James William Ehrman is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, creditors' rights, & insolvency and 6 other areas of law.

Cleveland Cleveland 52 Years Experience 52 year
Call (216) 480-2397

Profile Summary

About James William Ehrman at a glance

James William Ehrman is a Member based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at Whitmer & Ehrman LLC. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, chapter 11, creditor rights, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Ohio The United States District Court, Northern District of Ohio The United States District Court, S (1974). Educated at University of Pennsylvania Law School (J.D., 1974) and Harvard College (A.B., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. James William Ehrman is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, creditors' rights, & insolvency and 6 other areas of law
  • James received a A.B. degree from Harvard College in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • James practices at Whitmer & Ehrman LLC in Cleveland, OH

Practice Areas Explained

James William Ehrman's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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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.

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Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

James William Ehrman is one of 5,320 chapter 11 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 11 attorneys in Ohio →

Creditor Rights & Collections

James William Ehrman is one of 39,028 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Ohio →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Cleveland 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 venue, 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 William Ehrman

Where is James William Ehrman's law office located?
James William Ehrman's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. The firm is Whitmer & Ehrman LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James William Ehrman handle?
James William Ehrman focuses on business, bankruptcy, chapter 11, creditor rights, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has James William Ehrman practiced law?
James William Ehrman has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did James William Ehrman go to law school?
James William Ehrman earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (A.B., 1971).
How can I contact James William Ehrman for a consultation?
You can contact James William Ehrman 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 William Ehrman received?
James William Ehrman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Pennsylvania Law School
- 1974
A.B.
Harvard College
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio The United States District Court, Northern District of Ohio The United States District Court, S
Admitted: 1974

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