Atty. Jay Shannon Willis

Atty. Jay Shannon Willis

Jay Shannon Willis is a lawyer practicing criminal, family law/domestic relations, personal injury law and 7 other areas of law. Jay received a B.A. degree from Capital University in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years.

Portsmouth Portsmouth 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About Jay Shannon Willis at a glance

Jay Shannon Willis is a Scioto Co. Dom. Rel. Ct. Mag. based in Portsmouth, Ohio. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on divorce, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and juvenile. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1995). Educated at Capital University (J.D., 1995) and Capital University (B.A., 1992). Serands clients in Portsmouth, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Jay Shannon Willis is a lawyer practicing criminal, family law/domestic relations, personal injury law and 7 other areas of law
  • Jay received a B.A. degree from Capital University in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Jay practices in Portsmouth, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Jay Shannon Willis's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jay Shannon Willis handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

Jay Shannon Willis is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce 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.

Jay Shannon Willis is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Ohio →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Jay Shannon Willis is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Ohio →

Family Law

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

Jay Shannon Willis is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Ohio →

Juvenile Law

Jay Shannon Willis is one of 30,631 juvenile attorneys indexed nationally. Browse juvenile 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 Portsmouth 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 Jay Shannon Willis

Where is Jay Shannon Willis's law office located?
Jay Shannon Willis's law practice is located in Portsmouth, Ohio. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jay Shannon Willis handle?
Jay Shannon Willis focuses on divorce, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, juvenile. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Jay Shannon Willis practiced law?
Jay Shannon Willis has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Jay Shannon Willis go to law school?
Jay Shannon Willis earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A., 1992).
How can I contact Jay Shannon Willis for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Capital University
- 1995
B.A.
Capital University
- 1992

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1995

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