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James McFaul is an accomplished attorney practicing primarily in the fields of Bankruptcy, Estate Planning, Probate, Real Estate, and General Civil Practice.  He is an honors graduate of Georgetown University (1982) and the University of Maryland School of Law (1996).  Prior to attending law school, Jim served 8 years as an officer in the United States Army.  Jim is licensed to practice law in Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maryland. Jim is a member of the Vermont & New Hampshire Bar Associations, and the Bankruptcy Section of the VBA.

In addition to his law practice, Jim is active with local nonprofit organizations, inlcluding serving on the board of Covered Bridge Recovery Ministries of Vermont, and being a long-time member and former president of the St. Johnsbury Rotary Club. He is constantly striving to improve the circumstances of people around him, in his life and his legal practice.

Dealing with the death of a loved one is difficult even before you factor in all the intricacies of managing an estate. We're here to help you navigate all the legal and practical challenges that arise after a death.

Attorney McFaul practices Chapter 7 Bankruptcy and is also skilled with non-bankruptcy and business debt work-outs like settlements, loan modification agreements, and more. Whatever your situation, we will work with you to find the best solution.

Whether you have $2 million in investments, $250 thousand in real estate, or $5000 in the bank, estate planning is essential to ease the burden on your heirs when you leave this world. We will help you set up the systems that will ensure your wishes for your property are honored after your death.

In addition to his specific areas of practice, Atty. McFaul also practices general civil law over a wide variety of subject areas. If you have a legal question or problem, give us a call. If we cannot help, we are networked to help you find an attorney who can. 

Real estate transfers can be complicated and challenging. There are multiple documents to be properly prepared, financing requirements, and
more to consider. Atty. McFaul represents sellers in all stages of the sale transaction and will help you to successfully close on the sale of your property.