Atty. James A. Napier

Atty. James A. Napier

James A. Napier is a lawyer practicing criminal law, dui/dwi, traffic violations and 6 other areas of law.

Rochester Rochester 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About James A. Napier at a glance

James A. Napier is a Partner based in Rochester, New York, practicing at Napier & Napier. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, car accidents, personal injury, criminal defense, and real estate. Admitted to practice in New York (1987) and U.S. District Court, Western District of New York U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1987). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (J.D., 1986) and Georgetown University (A.B. American, 1981). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Rochester, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James A. Napier is a lawyer practicing criminal law, dui/dwi, traffic violations and 6 other areas of law
  • James received a A.B. degree from Georgetown University in 1981, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • James practices at Napier & Napier in Rochester, NY

Practice Areas Explained

James A. Napier's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Car Accidents

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Personal Injury

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Criminal Defense

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Real Estate 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 Rochester 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. Napier

Where is James A. Napier's law office located?
James A. Napier's law practice is located in Rochester, New York. The firm is Napier & Napier. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James A. Napier handle?
James A. Napier focuses on dui/dwi, car accidents, personal injury, criminal defense, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James A. Napier practiced law?
James A. Napier has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did James A. Napier go to law school?
James A. Napier earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (A.B. American, 1981).
How can I contact James A. Napier for a consultation?
You can contact James A. Napier directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James A. Napier received?
James A. Napier's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1986
A.B. American
Georgetown University
- 1981

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Western District of New York U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1987

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