James A. Whitaker
Wills & Probate, DUI-DWI, Felony, Divorce, General Practice, Business Organization
Experience:
53 years
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About James
No matter the circumstances, we'll treat you with honesty, candor, and respect. We guarantee effective and aggressive representation regardless of your dilemma. Our reputation and history of successful litigation speaks for itself. At Whitaker Attorneys we get results!
Our consistent track record of uncompromising ethics instills confidence and trust. We use cutting edge technologies that allow us to respond quickly to every situation and provide useful perspectives on your case. At Whitaker Attorneys, the sun never sets" upon an unanswered phone call or email. We WILL respond to you on the same business day you contact us.
Call today to schedule your initial free consultation.
Experience
Owner
Whitaker Attorneys, LLC
Present
Admission
Ohio
1972
Recognitions & Achievements
Associations
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Mr. Whitaker is currently a member of the Warren County Bar Association Ethics and Grievance Committee. He is a past President of the Warren County Bar Association, and a former City of Lebanon Prosecutor for 25 years. Jim Whitaker has served as an Elder and President in his church and his volunteer work includes a long tenure as Board Member of Community Concepts.
Questions & Answers
Please describe a case in the last year or two where you made a big difference.
Successful resolution of a young woman's claim of racial discrimination and hate crime victimization when nobody in the community would listen to her. Another case was the successful resolution of auto dealer consumer complaint when dealership persisted in denials and other lawyers refused to intervene
How did you build a successful practice?
Communication is key. Taking calls in real time, responding to emails day, night and weekends, speaking to your clients personally whenever possible. Clients want to hear from their attorney and not office staff.
What should clients look for in a lawyer?
Communication, collaborative attitude in working with client, time and attention, focus, diligence, persistence, willingness to share bad news as well as good.
How important is local knowledge to the success of your cases?
Not much factually, but local knowledge of people/attitudes/influence is huge in early resolution of conflict.
What information can you provide in a free phone consultation?
A great listening ear, analysis of documents, qualified opinion about viability of claim or need for defense, estimate of time/costs.
What information do you need in a free phone consultation?
Pertinent documents, candid discussion, names/dates/places.
What differentiates you from other lawyers in your community?
Longevity in the practice locally, forty years of contracts and relationship, accessibility, and response time.
What is the most rewarding aspect of your job?
The daily challenge of working through each client's unique legal issues. Clients who refer their friends and family for legal services.
What are your other interests in addition to law?
Hunting, sports photography, cooking.
Are you involved in your community?
Church President and Deacon.
Additional Info
Founded 1980
Whitaker Attorneys, LLC Highlights
Accident & Injury, Business, Criminal, Divorce & Family Law, Estate
Firm Size:
1
Firm Locations:
1
Languages:
English