Atty. James A. Doherty
James A. Doherty is a lawyer practicing insurance, litigation, defective and dangerous products and 3 other areas of law.
Defective And Dangerous Products & More Attorney · Serving Scranton, PA · 50+ Years Experience
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About James A. Doherty at a Glance
James A. Doherty is a Member based in Scranton, Pennsylvania, practicing at Scanlon, Howley & Doherty, P.C.. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, product liability, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1976). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (J.D., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania and American Bar Associations Pennsylvania Defense Institute. Serves clients in Scranton, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James A. Doherty
- James A. Doherty is a lawyer practicing insurance, litigation, defective and dangerous products and 3 other areas of law
- James has been licensed for 50 years
- James practices at Scanlon, Howley & Doherty, P.C. in Scranton, PA
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James A. Doherty's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James A. Doherty handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Scranton.
Medical Malpractice in Scranton
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
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Product Liability in Scranton
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Civil Litigation in Scranton
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Insurance Law in Scranton
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Scranton
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 Scranton 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 venue, 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.
Scranton Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Scranton-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Scranton Choose James A. Doherty
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish James A. Doherty's practice in the field of medical malpractice, product liability, litigation, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James A. Doherty brings 50+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering medical malpractice, product liability, and litigation, James A. Doherty can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Scranton
A Scranton-based practice means James A. Doherty attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues James A. Doherty Handles in Scranton
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