Atty. James Andrew Sheehan

Atty. James Andrew Sheehan

James Andrew Sheehan is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, personal injury law, wrongful death law and 7 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Geneseo in 1971, and has been licensed for 49 years.

St. Petersburg St. Petersburg 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About James Andrew Sheehan at a glance

James Andrew Sheehan is a Member based in St. Petersburg, Florida, practicing at James A. Sheehan, P.A.. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, workers comp, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Florida (1977) and New York (1980). Educated at Stetson University (J.D., 1977) and State University of New York at Geneseo (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Hillsborough County and New York State Bar Associations The Florida Bar. Serands clients in St. Petersburg, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Andrew Sheehan is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, personal injury law, wrongful death law and 7 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Geneseo in 1971, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • James practices at James A. Sheehan, P.A. in St. Petersburg, FL

Practice Areas Explained

James Andrew Sheehan's Areas of Practice

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

Wrongful Death

James Andrew Sheehan is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Florida →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

James Andrew Sheehan is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Florida →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

James Andrew Sheehan is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Florida →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

James Andrew Sheehan is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Florida →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

James Andrew Sheehan is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Florida →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in St. Petersburg are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida 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 Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Andrew Sheehan

Where is James Andrew Sheehan's law office located?
James Andrew Sheehan's law practice is located in St. Petersburg, Florida. The firm is James A. Sheehan, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Andrew Sheehan handle?
James Andrew Sheehan focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, workers comp, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has James Andrew Sheehan practiced law?
James Andrew Sheehan has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did James Andrew Sheehan go to law school?
James Andrew Sheehan earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact James Andrew Sheehan for a consultation?
You can contact James Andrew Sheehan 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 Andrew Sheehan received?
James Andrew Sheehan's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Stetson University
- 1977
B.A.
State University of New York at Geneseo
- 1971

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1977
New York
Admitted: 1980

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