Atty. Mark Francis James

Atty. Mark Francis James

Mark Francis James is a lawyer practicing adoption, child custody, child support and 10 other areas of law. Mark received a degree from Purdue University in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years.

South Bend South Bend 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Mark Francis James at a glance

Mark Francis James is an Associate based in South Bend, Indiana, practicing at Anderson • Agostino & Keller, P.C.. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on divorce, wills, child custody, probate, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1985). Educated at Valparaiso University (J.D., 1985) and Purdue University (B.S.I.M., 1982). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of St and Joseph County, Indiana State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in South Bend, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mark Francis James is a lawyer practicing adoption, child custody, child support and 10 other areas of law
  • Mark received a degree from Purdue University in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Mark practices at Anderson • Agostino & Keller, P.C. in South Bend, IN

Practice Areas Explained

Mark Francis James's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark Francis James 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.

Mark Francis James is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Indiana →

Wills

Mark Francis James is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Indiana →

Child Custody & Visitation

Mark Francis James is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Indiana →

Probate

Mark Francis James is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Indiana →

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.

Mark Francis James is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Indiana →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Indiana

Practicing law in Indiana. Legal matters in Indiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in South Bend are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Indiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Indiana 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 Indiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Mark Francis James

Where is Mark Francis James's law office located?
Mark Francis James's law practice is located in South Bend, Indiana. The firm is Anderson • Agostino & Keller, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark Francis James handle?
Mark Francis James focuses on divorce, wills, child custody, probate, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has Mark Francis James practiced law?
Mark Francis James has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Mark Francis James go to law school?
Mark Francis James earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.S.I.M., 1982).
How can I contact Mark Francis James for a consultation?
You can contact Mark Francis James 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 Mark Francis James received?
Mark Francis James's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Valparaiso University
- 1985
B.S.I.M.
Purdue University
- 1982

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1985

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