Atty. Brian Joseph Burns

Atty. Brian Joseph Burns

Brian Joseph Burns is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, civil litigation, insurance law and 2 other areas of law. Brian received a B.A. degree from Columbia University in 1984, and has been licensed for 35 years.

New York New York 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About Brian Joseph Burns at a glance

Brian Joseph Burns is a Counsel based in New York, New York, practicing at Gallagher, Harnett & Lagalante LLP. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in New York (1991). Educated at Fordham University School of Law (J.D., 1990) and Columbia University (B.A., 1984). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Brian Joseph Burns is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, civil litigation, insurance law and 2 other areas of law
  • Brian received a B.A. degree from Columbia University in 1984, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Brian practices at Gallagher, Harnett & Lagalante LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Brian Joseph Burns's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian Joseph Burns handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York 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 New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Brian Joseph Burns

Where is Brian Joseph Burns's law office located?
Brian Joseph Burns's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Gallagher, Harnett & Lagalante LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brian Joseph Burns handle?
Brian Joseph Burns focuses on business, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Brian Joseph Burns practiced law?
Brian Joseph Burns has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Brian Joseph Burns go to law school?
Brian Joseph Burns earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact Brian Joseph Burns for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Fordham University School of Law
- 1990
B.A.
Columbia University
- 1984

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1991

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