Atty. James William Peters

Atty. James William Peters

James William Peters is a lawyer practicing personal injury, real estate, probate and 1 other area of law. James received a B.A. degree from Ohio State University in 1976, and has been licensed for 45 years.

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Profile Summary

About James William Peters at a glance

James William Peters is a Co. J. based in Woodsfield, Ohio. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1981), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio (1982), West Virginia (1983), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of West Virginia (1983). Educated at Capital University (J.D., 1980) and Ohio State University (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Woodsfield, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James William Peters is a lawyer practicing personal injury, real estate, probate and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Ohio State University in 1976, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • James practices in Woodsfield, OH

Practice Areas Explained

James William Peters's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

James William Peters is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Ohio →

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 William Peters is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Ohio →

Real Estate Law

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

James William Peters is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Ohio →

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 Woodsfield 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 William Peters

Where is James William Peters's law office located?
James William Peters's law practice is located in Woodsfield, Ohio. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James William Peters handle?
James William Peters focuses on probate, personal injury, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has James William Peters practiced law?
James William Peters has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did James William Peters go to law school?
James William Peters earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact James William Peters for a consultation?
You can contact James William Peters 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 Peters received?
James William Peters's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Capital University
- 1980
B.A.
Ohio State University
- 1976

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1982
West Virginia
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Southern District of West Virginia
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Northern District of West Virginia
Admitted: 1986

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