Atty. Edward James McGowan

Atty. Edward James McGowan

Edward James McGowan is a lawyer practicing litigation, public finance & tax exempt finance, criminal defense. Edward received a B.F.A. degree from New York University, and has been licensed for 34 years.

Bronx Bronx 34 yrs experience 34 year
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About Edward James McGowan at a glance

Edward James McGowan is a Member based in Bronx, New York, practicing at The Bronx Defenders. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, tax, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1992). Educated at New York Law School (J.D., 1992) and New York University B.F.A. cum laude (—). Serands clients in Bronx, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Edward James McGowan is a lawyer practicing litigation, public finance & tax exempt finance, criminal defense
  • Edward received a B.F.A. degree from New York University, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Edward practices at The Bronx Defenders in Bronx, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Edward James McGowan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Edward James McGowan handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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Tax Law

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Civil Litigation

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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 Bronx 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 Edward James McGowan

Where is Edward James McGowan's law office located?
Edward James McGowan's law practice is located in Bronx, New York. The firm is The Bronx Defenders. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Edward James McGowan handle?
Edward James McGowan focuses on criminal defense, tax, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Edward James McGowan practiced law?
Edward James McGowan has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Edward James McGowan go to law school?
Edward James McGowan earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (—).
How can I contact Edward James McGowan for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
New York Law School
- 1992
New York University B.F.A. cum laude
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1992

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