Atty. Benjamin Franklin McAnaney

Atty. Benjamin Franklin McAnaney

Benjamin Franklin McAnaney is a lawyer practicing insurance, business law, business litigation and trial and 4 other areas of law. Benjamin received a B.A. degree from Williams College in 2001, and has been licensed for 18 years.

Philadelphia Philadelphia 18 yrs experience 18 year
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Profile Summary

About Benjamin Franklin McAnaney at a glance

Benjamin Franklin McAnaney is an Associate based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Dechert LLP. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, employment, business, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in New York (2008) and Pennsylvania (2012). Educated at Columbia University Law School (J.D., 2007) and Williams College (B.A. History, 2001). Serands clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Benjamin Franklin McAnaney is a lawyer practicing insurance, business law, business litigation and trial and 4 other areas of law
  • Benjamin received a B.A. degree from Williams College in 2001, and has been licensed for 18 years
  • Benjamin practices at Dechert LLP in Philadelphia, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Benjamin Franklin McAnaney's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Benjamin Franklin McAnaney handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Employment Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Philadelphia are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Benjamin Franklin McAnaney

Where is Benjamin Franklin McAnaney's law office located?
Benjamin Franklin McAnaney's law practice is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The firm is Dechert LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Benjamin Franklin McAnaney handle?
Benjamin Franklin McAnaney focuses on criminal defense, employment, business, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Benjamin Franklin McAnaney practiced law?
Benjamin Franklin McAnaney has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did Benjamin Franklin McAnaney go to law school?
Benjamin Franklin McAnaney earned their education at (J.D., 2007); (B.A. History, 2001).
How can I contact Benjamin Franklin McAnaney for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Columbia University Law School
- 2007
B.A. History
Williams College
- 2001

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2008
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2012

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