Atty. John Allen Wilmes

Atty. John Allen Wilmes

John Allen Wilmes is a lawyer practicing chapter 13 bankruptcy, criminal defense, bankruptcy and 2 other areas of law. John has been licensed for 50 years.

Dayton Dayton 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About John Allen Wilmes at a glance

John Allen Wilmes is a probate, chapter 13, criminal defense, family law, and bankruptcy attorney based in Dayton, Ohio. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1976). Educated at The Ohio State University J.D. (—). Serands clients in Dayton, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Allen Wilmes is a lawyer practicing chapter 13 bankruptcy, criminal defense, bankruptcy and 2 other areas of law
  • John has been licensed for 50 years
  • John practices in Dayton, OH

Practice Areas Explained

John Allen Wilmes's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Allen Wilmes handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

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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.

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Family Law

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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.

John Allen Wilmes is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy 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 Dayton 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 John Allen Wilmes

Where is John Allen Wilmes's law office located?
John Allen Wilmes's law practice is located in Dayton, Ohio. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Allen Wilmes handle?
John Allen Wilmes focuses on probate, chapter 13, criminal defense, family law, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has John Allen Wilmes practiced law?
John Allen Wilmes has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did John Allen Wilmes go to law school?
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Education

The Ohio State University J.D.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1976

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