Atty. James A. Skarzynski

Atty. James A. Skarzynski

James A. Skarzynski is a lawyer practicing securities & investment fraud, insurance coverage, insurance coverage litigation and 3 other areas of law.

New York New York 49 yrs experience 49 year
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About James A. Skarzynski at a glance

James A. Skarzynski is a Principal based in New York, New York, practicing at Skarzynski Black LLC. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on securities, litigation, consumer, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1977), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1977), U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1987), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1988). Educated at Columbia University (J.D., 1977) and Grinnell College (B.A. Phi, 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Co-chair, Annual PLUS D&O Symposium Subcommittee on Directors' and Officers' Liability Insurance, Section of Litigation Business Insurance Committee, Section of Business Law Professional Officers' and Directors' Liability Law Committee Section of Tort and, Association of the Bar of the City of New York American Bar Association Professional Liability Underwriters Society. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James A. Skarzynski is a lawyer practicing securities & investment fraud, insurance coverage, insurance coverage litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Grinnell College in 1977, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • James practices at Skarzynski Black LLC in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

James A. Skarzynski's Areas of Practice

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

Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

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Consumer Protection

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Insurance Law

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 New York 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. Skarzynski

Where is James A. Skarzynski's law office located?
James A. Skarzynski's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Skarzynski Black LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James A. Skarzynski handle?
James A. Skarzynski focuses on securities, litigation, consumer, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James A. Skarzynski practiced law?
James A. Skarzynski has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did James A. Skarzynski go to law school?
James A. Skarzynski earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A. Phi, 1977).
How can I contact James A. Skarzynski for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James A. Skarzynski received?
James A. Skarzynski's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Columbia University
- 1977
B.A. Phi
Grinnell College
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1987
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1991
New York
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1995

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