Atty. James David Charles

Atty. James David Charles

James David Charles is a lawyer practicing environmental law. James received a M.A. degree from Indiana University in 1977, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Buffalo Buffalo 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About James David Charles at a glance

James David Charles is a NY Dept. of Envir. Conserv., Div. of Envir. Enforce. based in Buffalo, New York. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on environmental. Admitted to practice in New York (1982). Educated at State University of New York at Buffalo (J.D., 1981) and Indiana University (M.A. University, 1977). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Buffalo, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James David Charles is a lawyer practicing environmental law
  • James received a M.A. degree from Indiana University in 1977, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • James practices in Buffalo, NY

Practice Areas Explained

James David Charles's Areas of Practice

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

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource 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 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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Where is James David Charles's law office located?
James David Charles's law practice is located in Buffalo, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James David Charles handle?
James David Charles focuses on environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James David Charles practiced law?
James David Charles has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did James David Charles go to law school?
James David Charles earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (M.A. University, 1977).
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What awards or recognition has James David Charles received?
James David Charles's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
State University of New York at Buffalo
- 1981
M.A. University
Indiana University
- 1977

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1982

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