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James Francis Contini II

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Overview

Practice Areas

20% Estate Planning
20% Business
20% Probate
20% Trusts
20% Elder Law

Fees and Payment Types

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

Krugliak Wilkins Griffith & Dougherty

158 North Broadway Street

New Philadelphia, OH 44663

Office: 330-364-3472

Fax: 330-602-3187

Office: 330-497-0700
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Languages Spoken

English

References

Client Reviews	Client Rating Former client? Write a review 1 review “Outstanding estate attorney” Posted by: Frank J. Monaco, 3 months ago. Client Review: Being a Certified Public Accountant for approximatly thirty years, I have had the opportunity to work with many very good attorneys across the United... more Flag
Peer Endorsements	Endorsements 2 endorsements Lawyers: Endorse this lawyer I have known Jim for more than 10 years. He has exceptional legal skills, integrity and character. He represents his clients zealously and with... more Endorsement from lawyer: Brian Layman , Canton (OH), 3 months ago Jim is an excellent probate and estate attorney. His compassion and skills allow him to help families through extremely difficult times. Endorsement from lawyer: David Dingwell , Canton (OH), 3 months ago

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Client Rating

Former client? Write a review

1 review

“Outstanding estate attorney”

Posted by: Frank J. Monaco, 3 months ago.

Client Review: Being a Certified Public Accountant for approximatly thirty years, I have had the opportunity to work with many very good attorneys across the United... more

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2 endorsements

Lawyers: Endorse this lawyer

I have known Jim for more than 10 years. He has exceptional legal skills, integrity and character. He represents his clients zealously and with... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Brian Layman , Canton (OH), 3 months ago

Jim is an excellent probate and estate attorney. His compassion and skills allow him to help families through extremely difficult times.

Endorsement from lawyer: David Dingwell , Canton (OH), 3 months ago

Résumé

License

20 years since James Francis Contini II was first licensed to practice law.

State	License status	Year acquired	Last updated by Avvo
Ohio	Active	1992	05/22/2012

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position	Duration
Director and Shareholder at Krugliak, Wilkins, Griffiths & Dougherty Co., LPA	1997–present
Associate at Day Ketterer	1992–2012

Education

School	Major	Degree	Graduated
Case Western Reserve University School of Law	Law	JD - Juris Doctor	1992
University of Akron	Accounting	BS - Bachelor of Science	1989

Awards

Award Name	Granting Organization	Date
Best Lawyer	Best Lawyers in America	2012
Super Lawyer Top 100 Attorney	Super Lawyers Magazine	2012

See all 14 awards

Associations

Position	Association Name	Duration
Vice President	Dover City Schools Educations Foundation, Inc.	2012-present
Vice President	City of Dover Parks and Recreation Committee	2011-present

See all 13 association entries

Portfolio

Publications

Article	Publication	Date
Asset Protection and Estate Planning for Mineral Rights	The Times Reporter	2012
New Ohio Law Concerning Power of Attorney	The Times Reporter	2012

Digital Assets and Estate Planning	The Times Reporter	2011
Ohio Estate Tax	The Times Reporter	2011
Oil and Gas Leases	The Times Reporter	2011
Landowner Issue for Oil and Gas Leases	The Times Reporter	2011
Will Contests	The Times Reporter	2011
Tax Issues When Transferring Residence	The Times Reporter	2011
Social Media and Estate Planning	The Times Reporter	2011
Trusts for Special Beneficiary Situations	The Times Reporter	2011
What Happens If I Do Not Have A Will	The Times Reporter	2011
Asset Protection	The Times Reporter	2011
Estate Planning for Prudential and MetLife stock	The Times Reporter	2011
2010 Taxpayer Relief Act	The Times Reporter	2011
Titling Assets	The Times Reporter	2010
Emergency Guardianships	The Times Reporter	2010
Establishing Florida Residency	The Times Reporter	2010
Step Parent Adoptions	The Times Reporter	2010
Asset Protection for Physicians	The Times Reporter	2010
Funding Your Living Trust	The Times Reporter	2010
Living Trusts Aren't For Everyone	The Times Reporter	2010
Charitable Gifting Options	The Times Reporter	2010
Establishing Your Advisor Team	The Times Reporter	2010
Alzheimers	The Times Reporter	2010
2010 Federal Estate Tax Issues	The Times Reporter	2010
Seven Estate Planning New Year's Resolutions	The Times Reporter	2010
Pre-Nuptial Agreements	The Times Reporter	2009
Converting Traditional IRA to Roth IRA	The Times Reporter	2009
Estate Planning for Tangible Personal Property	The Times Reporter	2009
Business Succession Planning	The Times Reporter	2009
Estate Planning for Blended Families	The Times Reporter	2009
Estate Planning and Life Insurance	The Times Reporter	2009
When a Loved One Dies Who Is REsponsible for Expenses	The Times Reporter	2009
The Importance of Guardianships	The Times Reporter	2009
Should I Transfer My Home to My Children	The Times Reporter	2009
Veterans Benefits	The Times Reporter	2009
Estate Planning After A Divorce	The Times Reporter	2008
Powers of Attorney	The Times Reporter	2008
The Unauthorized Practice of Law	The Times Reporter	2008
Special Needs Beneficiaries	The Times Reporter	2008
When a Loved One Enters A Nursing Home	The Times Reporter	2008
6 Estate Planning Misconceptions	The Times Reporter	2008
Steps to a Successful Estate Plan	The Times Reporter	2008

See all 43 publications

Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name	Conference	Date
Planning Opportunities with the New Tax Law	Planning Opportunities with the New Tax Law	2011
Medicaid Planning	Plannig for Seniors	2011

See all 7 speaking engagements