Atty. James Briscoe West

Atty. James Briscoe West

James Briscoe West is a lawyer practicing real estate, homeowners association law, residential real estate and 7 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from New York University in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years.

New York New York 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About James Briscoe West at a glance

James Briscoe West is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at James Briscoe West. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on residential, contracts, business, real estate, and breach of contract. Admitted to practice in New York (1981), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1982), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1982), and U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Arm (2004). Educated at Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Yeshiva University (J.D., 1980) and New York University (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of New York State Bar Association New York County Lawyers Association. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Briscoe West is a lawyer practicing real estate, homeowners association law, residential real estate and 7 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from New York University in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • James practices at James Briscoe West in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

James Briscoe West's Areas of Practice

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

Residential Real Estate

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Contracts

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Business & Corporate Law

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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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Breach of Contract

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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 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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Common questions about James Briscoe West

Where is James Briscoe West's law office located?
James Briscoe West's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is James Briscoe West. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Briscoe West handle?
James Briscoe West focuses on residential, contracts, business, real estate, breach of contract. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James Briscoe West practiced law?
James Briscoe West has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did James Briscoe West go to law school?
James Briscoe West earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact James Briscoe West for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Briscoe West received?
James Briscoe West's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D.
Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Yeshiva University
- 1980
B.A.
New York University
- 1977

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Arm
Admitted: 2004

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