Atty. James Christopher Cosgrove

Atty. James Christopher Cosgrove

James Christopher Cosgrove is a lawyer practicing appeals, criminal defense, employment & labor and 4 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Fordham University in 1993, and has been licensed for 25 years.

Buffalo Buffalo 25 yrs experience 25 year
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About James Christopher Cosgrove at a glance

James Christopher Cosgrove is a personal injury, criminal defense, employment, business, and litigation attorney based in Buffalo, New York. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Admitted to practice in New York (2001). Educated at Albany Law School of Union University (J.D., 2000) and Fordham University (B.A. University, 1993). Serands clients in Buffalo, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Christopher Cosgrove is a lawyer practicing appeals, criminal defense, employment & labor and 4 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Fordham University in 1993, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • James practices in Buffalo, NY

Practice Areas Explained

James Christopher Cosgrove's Areas of Practice

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

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.

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

James Christopher Cosgrove is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in New York →

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Civil Litigation

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

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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 Buffalo 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 Christopher Cosgrove

Where is James Christopher Cosgrove's law office located?
James Christopher Cosgrove's law practice is located in Buffalo, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Christopher Cosgrove handle?
James Christopher Cosgrove focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, employment, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James Christopher Cosgrove practiced law?
James Christopher Cosgrove has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did James Christopher Cosgrove go to law school?
James Christopher Cosgrove earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (B.A. University, 1993).
How can I contact James Christopher Cosgrove for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Albany Law School of Union University
- 2000
B.A. University
Fordham University
- 1993

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2001

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