Atty. James Dematteo

Atty. James Dematteo

James Dematteo is a lawyer practicing personal injury, medical malpractice defense, criminal defense and 1 other area of law. James received a B.A. degree from California State University in 1988, and has been licensed for 34 years.

Buffalo Buffalo 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About James Dematteo at a glance

James Dematteo is a Member based in Buffalo, New York, practicing at Law Office of James Dematteo. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in New York (1992). Educated at University of Toledo (J.D., 1991) and California State University (B.A., 1988). Serands clients in Buffalo, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Dematteo is a lawyer practicing personal injury, medical malpractice defense, criminal defense and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from California State University in 1988, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • James practices at Law Office of James Dematteo in Buffalo, NY

Practice Areas Explained

James Dematteo's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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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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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 Dematteo

Where is James Dematteo's law office located?
James Dematteo's law practice is located in Buffalo, New York. The firm is Law Office of James Dematteo. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Dematteo handle?
James Dematteo focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James Dematteo practiced law?
James Dematteo has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did James Dematteo go to law school?
James Dematteo earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1988).
How can I contact James Dematteo for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Toledo
- 1991
B.A.
California State University
- 1988

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1992

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