Atty. James David Liss

Atty. James David Liss

James David Liss is a lawyer practicing legal ethics and professional responsibility, general and commercial litigation, federal securities and state corporation law litigation and 3 other areas of law. James received a A.B. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years.

New York New York 49 yrs experience 49 year
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About James David Liss at a glance

James David Liss is an Associate based in New York, New York, practicing at Law Offices of Michael S. Ross. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, civil rights, government, and insurance. Admitted to practice in New York (1977), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1978), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1983). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1976) and University of Pennsylvania (A.B., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Association of the Bar of the City of New York American Bar Association Federal Bar Council. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James David Liss is a lawyer practicing legal ethics and professional responsibility, general and commercial litigation, federal securities and state corporation law litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a A.B. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • James practices at Law Offices of Michael S. Ross in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

James David Liss's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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Government & Administrative Law

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Insurance Law

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 David Liss

Where is James David Liss's law office located?
James David Liss's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Law Offices of Michael S. Ross. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James David Liss handle?
James David Liss focuses on business, litigation, civil rights, government, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James David Liss practiced law?
James David Liss has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did James David Liss go to law school?
James David Liss earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (A.B., 1973).
How can I contact James David Liss for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James David Liss received?
James David Liss's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1976
A.B.
University of Pennsylvania
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1983

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