Atty. James A. Kiernan

Atty. James A. Kiernan

James A. Kiernan is a lawyer practicing real estate, trusts and estates, business law and 4 other areas of law.

Flushing Flushing 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About James A. Kiernan at a glance

James A. Kiernan is a Member based in Flushing, New York, practicing at Strauch & Kiernan. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on trusts, business, real estate, appellate, and maritime. Admitted to practice in New York (1973). Educated at Fordham University J.D. (—) and Iona College B.A. (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Flushing, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James A. Kiernan is a lawyer practicing real estate, trusts and estates, business law and 4 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Iona College, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • James practices at Strauch & Kiernan in Flushing, NY

Practice Areas Explained

James A. Kiernan's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

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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 Flushing 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 James A. Kiernan

Where is James A. Kiernan's law office located?
James A. Kiernan's law practice is located in Flushing, New York. The firm is Strauch & Kiernan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James A. Kiernan handle?
James A. Kiernan focuses on trusts, business, real estate, appellate, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James A. Kiernan practiced law?
James A. Kiernan has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did James A. Kiernan go to law school?
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How can I contact James A. Kiernan for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James A. Kiernan received?
James A. Kiernan's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

Fordham University J.D.
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Iona College B.A.
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Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1973

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