Atty. Eric Martin Kerness

Atty. Eric Martin Kerness

Eric Martin Kerness is a lawyer practicing construction law, contracts, government contracts and 2 other areas of law. Eric received a B.A. degree from Queens College of the City University of New York, and has been licensed for 54 years.

Schenectady Schenectady 54 yrs experience 54 year
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About Eric Martin Kerness at a glance

Eric Martin Kerness is an Asst. Coun., N.Y.S. Dept. of Transp. based in Schenectady, New York. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on contracts, construction, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in New York (1972). Educated at State University of New York at Buffalo J.D. (—) and Queens College of the City University of New York B.A. (—). Serands clients in Schenectady, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Eric Martin Kerness is a lawyer practicing construction law, contracts, government contracts and 2 other areas of law
  • Eric received a B.A. degree from Queens College of the City University of New York, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Eric practices in Schenectady, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Eric Martin Kerness's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric Martin Kerness handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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Construction Law

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative 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 Schenectady 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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Where is Eric Martin Kerness's law office located?
Eric Martin Kerness's law practice is located in Schenectady, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Eric Martin Kerness focuses on contracts, construction, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Eric Martin Kerness practiced law?
Eric Martin Kerness has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
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Education

State University of New York at Buffalo J.D.
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Queens College of the City University of New York B.A.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1972

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