PRACTICE AREAS
At Jeter Law Firm, we understand the unique legal needs in rural communities because we live and work here, too. The firm dates back nearly 90 years, and our deep local ties inform everything we do. Our practice spans a wide range of areas. No matter the case or area of practice, our commitment remains the same: Client-centered service and practical, efficient legal solutions tailored to your goals.
If you do not see the specific legal service you are looking for, just ask. If we are not the right fit, we will do our best to connect you with other legal professionals who can help.
REAL ESTATE
& CIVIL LITIGATION
Property Disputes, Liens, Personal Injury, Contract Disputes, Quiet Title and Partition, Real Estate Development, and Licenses
Jeter Law Firm's attorneys offer a full range of services related to real estate matters and, because the unexpected can occur at any time, civil litigation.
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Our team provides valuable legal resources to our clients in areas such as real estate contract negotiation and drafting; real estate development, including benefit district applications; and advising real estate professionals. We also provide litigation services for disputes ranging from boundary disputes to business deals gone bad...and partition actions to personal injury cases, including appellate advocacy.
FAMILY & DIVORCE
LAW
Divorce, Child Custody, Division of Property, Child Support, Prenuptial Agreements, Adoption, Paternity
Family and divorce matters can be some of the most personal and challenging legal issues to face. They often involve major life changes—whether it’s navigating a divorce, determining child custody and parenting time, working out support, or dividing property and assets. Family law also extends to prenuptial agreements, adoption, paternity, and modifications to existing court orders.
Our attorneys can guide clients through these sensitive situations with skill, care, and compassion. We understand that every family is unique. We take the time to listen, explain your options, and protect your rights every step of the way. Our goal is to help you find solutions that are practical and focused on your future.
OIL & GAS LAW
Title Opinions and Solutions, Operating Agreements, Quiet Title Actions
Successful oil and gas operators know the myriad of legal pitfalls that loom with every project. Jeter Law Firm's experienced oil and gas attorneys can not only help get projects off and running with title examination and drilling opinions, we also provide document drafting, joint operating agreements, lease assignments, and regulatory opinions and assistance. If need be, our attorneys can also litigate . . . when things do not work out as planned.
BUSINESS, BANKING
& COMMERCIAL LAW
Contracts, Mergers, Business and Corporate Law, Banking Law, Acquisitions, and Collections
Our business and commercial practice serves a broad range of businesses, from some of the largest employers in the area to sole proprietors right on "Main Street USA." We have experience in local, state, regional and even national transactions, and can help business clients with employee issues, commercial and business-related litigation, acquisitions and mergers, corporate governance, regulatory matters and other transactional matters.
TRUSTS, WILLS
& PROBATE
Estate Planning, Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney, Probates
Whether you are a parent with young children or a retiree with assets to protect, estate planning is an area of law that touches us all. Our experienced attorneys guides our clients to responsible solutions that address the unique situations that we all face in life.
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We can also help with what sometimes seems like the overwhelming responsibilities that come with probating a loved one's estate. We do so with client-centered advice and guidance to proactively navigate the exacting probate process.
SCHOOL &
GOVERNMENT LAW
Attorneys at Jeter Law Firm have served as counsel to city and county governing bodies, as well as unified school district school boards. We can help local governments weave through state and federal law, as well as provide guidance in employee matters, including collective bargaining negotiations.