Atty. Thomas Henry James

Atty. Thomas Henry James

Thomas Henry James is a lawyer practicing family law, estate planning, divorce and 2 other areas of law. Thomas Henry received a B.B.A. degree from University of North Dakota in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Forreston Forreston 40 yrs experience 40 year
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About Thomas Henry James at a glance

Thomas Henry James is a Member based in Forreston, Illinois, practicing at James & Associates. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on divorce, personal injury, family law, estate planning, and tax. Admitted to practice in North Dakota (1986), Minnesota (1987), and Illinois (1989). Educated at University of North Dakota (J.D., 1986) and University of North Dakota (B.B.A., 1983). Serands clients in Forreston, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Thomas Henry James is a lawyer practicing family law, estate planning, divorce and 2 other areas of law
  • Thomas Henry received a B.B.A. degree from University of North Dakota in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Thomas Henry practices at James & Associates in Forreston, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Henry James's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Henry 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.

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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.

Thomas Henry James is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Thomas Henry James is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Illinois →

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.

Thomas Henry James is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Illinois →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Thomas Henry James is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Illinois →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas Henry James

Where is Thomas Henry James's law office located?
Thomas Henry James's law practice is located in Forreston, Illinois. The firm is James & Associates. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Henry James handle?
Thomas Henry James focuses on divorce, personal injury, family law, estate planning, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Thomas Henry James practiced law?
Thomas Henry James has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Thomas Henry James go to law school?
Thomas Henry James earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.B.A., 1983).
How can I contact Thomas Henry James for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of North Dakota
- 1986
B.B.A.
University of North Dakota
- 1983

Bar Admissions

North Dakota
Admitted: 1986
Minnesota
Admitted: 1987
Illinois
Admitted: 1989

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