Attorney Contact Information

James A. Coutinho, Esq.

575 S. Third St.
Columbus, OH 43215

Phone: (614) 228-6345
Fax: (614) 228-6369

E-mail: jac@columbuslawyer.net


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Jim Coutinho, Esq.

Attorney Coutinho joined the law firm in early 2008 as a new attorney. He was brought on primarily to work with Attorney Myron Terlecky to assist in the firm's bankruptcy and personal insolvency practice. But since he started, there has rarely been a week that Jim has not ventured out of insolvency and into other areas of the law. From bankruptcy to personal injury, and business formation to civil litigation, Jim has gained a wealth of knowledge and experience on a variety of cases during his time with the firm.

However, Jim's primary focus is on personal insolvency and bankruptcy. He assists with the Chapter 7 Trustee work that comes in through Attorney Terlecky, and helps individuals file Chapter 7 bankruptcy petitions. Attorney Coutinho offers personal service to his bankruptcy clients, always taking the time to discuss their case and answer any questions. He understands that for bankruptcy filers, this is generally their first and hopefully last time through the process. It can be overwhelming; Jim serves his clients best by walking them carefully through the process.

Attorney Coutinho also understands that bankruptcy is, and always should be, a measure of last resort. To that end, Jim has an array of experience in settling debts with creditors outside of bankruptcy. Whether it be a credit card company or the taxing authorities, Jim will work to lower debt obligations so that bankruptcy is not needed.

Aside from Chapter 7 filings and personal insolvency, Jim also assists with and represents clients in other bankruptcy and insolvency-related cases. He has experience defending against preference litigation, filing claims, fighting the dischargeability of debts, and helping creditors collect on unpaid funds. Having been on both sides of lawsuits, representing both debtors and creditors, has given Jim a well-rounded perspective of his field.

A Hilliard resident, Jim is active with his Church and the local community. He is also active in the alumni association for his Fraternity, Pi Kappa Alpha.

Practice Areas:
Court Admissions:
        2007, Ohio
        2007, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio
        2008, Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals
Law School:
        Capital University Law School
        Juris Doctor, 2007
College:
        The Ohio State University
        B.A. Economics
Member:
        American Bar Association
        Ohio State Bar Association
        Columbus Bar Association
        Ohio State Alumni Association
        Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity
        Alpha Rho Alumni Association
        Buckeye Alumni Housing Corporation, President
        Eagle Scout and Assistant Scout Master, Boy Scouts of America

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