Atty. James Cobb Stewart

Atty. James Cobb Stewart

James Cobb Stewart is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, real estate, family law and 1 other area of law. James received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1961, and has been licensed for 62 years.

Rochester Rochester 62 yrs experience 62 year
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About James Cobb Stewart at a glance

James Cobb Stewart is a trusts, family law, and real estate attorney based in Rochester, New York. They have 62+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1964. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1964), New York (1968), and Florida (1988). Educated at Cornell University (J.D., 1964) and Yale University (B.A., 1961). Serands clients in Rochester, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Cobb Stewart is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, real estate, family law and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1961, and has been licensed for 62 years
  • James practices in Rochester, NY

Practice Areas Explained

James Cobb Stewart's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Family Law

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Real Estate 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 Rochester 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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Where is James Cobb Stewart's law office located?
James Cobb Stewart's law practice is located in Rochester, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Cobb Stewart handle?
James Cobb Stewart focuses on trusts, family law, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James Cobb Stewart practiced law?
James Cobb Stewart has 62+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1964.
Where did James Cobb Stewart go to law school?
James Cobb Stewart earned their education at (J.D., 1964); (B.A., 1961).
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Education

J.D.
Cornell University
- 1964
B.A.
Yale University
- 1961

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1964
New York
Admitted: 1968
Florida
Admitted: 1988

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