Atty. Katherine R. Shimer
Katherine R. Shimer is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, estate administration, estate planning and 3 other areas of law.
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About Katherine R. Shimer at a glance
Katherine R. Shimer is a Member based in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, practicing at Katherine R. Shimer. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on divorce, probate, estate planning, real estate, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Florida (1986) and Pennsylvania (1987). Educated at Nova University Center for the Study of Law (J.D., 1986) and Pennsylvania State University (A.B., 1978). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of Pennsylvania, Florida and American Bar Associations Lycoming Law Association (Chairman, Computer Research Committee, 1989 Co-Chairman, Law Library Committee, 1988-1989. Serands clients in Williamsport, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Katherine R. Shimer is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, estate administration, estate planning and 3 other areas of law
- Katherine R. received a A.B. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 1978, and has been licensed for 40 years
- Katherine R. practices at Katherine R. Shimer in Williamsport, PA
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Katherine R. Shimer's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Katherine R. Shimer handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
Katherine R. Shimer is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Katherine R. Shimer is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Pennsylvania →
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Katherine R. Shimer is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Katherine R. Shimer is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Pennsylvania →
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Katherine R. Shimer is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania
Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Williamsport are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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