Atty. James C. Goodale

Atty. James C. Goodale

James C. Goodale is a lawyer practicing communications law, libel and slander law, corporate law and 3 other areas of law.

New York New York 66 yrs experience 66 year
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About James C. Goodale at a glance

James C. Goodale is an Attorney based in New York, New York, practicing at Debevoise & Plimpton LLP. They have 66+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1960. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, and maritime. Admitted to practice in N.Y (1960). Educated at University of Chicago (J.D., 1958) and Yale (B.A., 1955). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James C. Goodale is a lawyer practicing communications law, libel and slander law, corporate law and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Yale in 1955, and has been licensed for 66 years
  • James practices at Debevoise & Plimpton LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

James C. Goodale's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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Maritime & Admiralty 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 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 C. Goodale

Where is James C. Goodale's law office located?
James C. Goodale's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Debevoise & Plimpton LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James C. Goodale handle?
James C. Goodale focuses on business, bankruptcy, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James C. Goodale practiced law?
James C. Goodale has 66+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1960.
Where did James C. Goodale go to law school?
James C. Goodale earned their education at (J.D., 1958); (B.A., 1955).
How can I contact James C. Goodale for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Chicago
- 1958
B.A.
Yale
- 1955

Bar Admissions

N.Y
Admitted: 1960

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