Atty. Robert James Kent

Atty. Robert James Kent

Robert James Kent is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, education law, insurance defense and 4 other areas of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from The Ohio State University in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years.

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About Robert James Kent at a glance

Robert James Kent is a Partner based in Parkersburg, West Virginia, practforg at Bowles Rice LLP. They haand 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1980) and West Virginia Supreme Court of the United States U.S. District Courts for the Northern and Southern (1988). Educated at University of Akron (J.D., 1980) and The Ohio State University (B.A. Major, 1977). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Actiand member of OH) Bar Association •Defense Trial Counsel of West Virginia (Board of Governors and Board Liaison to the Employment Law Committee) •Ohio Association of Civil Trial Attorneys •The Defense Research Institute (Employment Law Committee) •Economic Roundtable o, Professional Affiliations •American Bar Association •West Virginia Bar Association •Ohio Bar Association •Wood County Bar Association •Washington County. Serands clients in Parkersburg, WV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Robert James Kent is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, education law, insurance defense and 4 other areas of law
  • Robert received a B.A. degree from The Ohio State University in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Robert practices at Bowles Rice LLP in Parkersburg, WV

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in West Virginia

Practforg law in West Virginia. Legal matters in West Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Parkersburg are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate West Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in West Virginia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in West Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is Robert James Kent's law office located?
Robert James Kent's law practice is located in Parkersburg, West Virginia. The firm is Bowles Rice LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Robert James Kent practiced law?
Robert James Kent has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Robert James Kent go to law school?
Robert James Kent earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A. Major, 1977).
How can I contact Robert James Kent for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Robert James Kent receiandd?
Robert James Kent's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Akron
- 1980
B.A. Major
The Ohio State University
- 1977

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1980
West Virginia Supreme Court of the United States U.S. District Courts for the Northern and Southern
Admitted: 1988

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