Atty. Peter Kermit James

Atty. Peter Kermit James

Peter Kermit James is a lawyer practicing business law, probate & estate planning, criminal law and 1 other area of law. Peter has been licensed for 42 years.

Columbus Columbus 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About Peter Kermit James at a glance

Peter Kermit James is a probate, criminal defense, estate planning, and business attorney based in Columbus, Ohio. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1984). Serands clients in Columbus, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Peter Kermit James is a lawyer practicing business law, probate & estate planning, criminal law and 1 other area of law
  • Peter has been licensed for 42 years
  • Peter practices in Columbus, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Kermit James's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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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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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Peter Kermit James is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Ohio →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Peter Kermit James is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business 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 Columbus 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 Peter Kermit James

Where is Peter Kermit James's law office located?
Peter Kermit James's law practice is located in Columbus, Ohio. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Kermit James handle?
Peter Kermit James focuses on probate, criminal defense, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Peter Kermit James practiced law?
Peter Kermit James has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
How can I contact Peter Kermit James for a consultation?
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Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1984

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