Atty. James E. Cullum

Atty. James E. Cullum

Advisory Attorney, New York State Pure Waters Authority, 1969-1971. Assistant U.S.

Glens Falls Glens Falls 58 Years Experience 58 year
Call (305) 786-5242

Profile Summary

About James E. Cullum at a glance

James E. Cullum is a Senior Partner based in Glens Falls, New York, practicing at McPhillips, Fitzgerald & Cullum L.L.P.. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, business, real estate, and estate litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1968), U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York (1968), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1971). Educated at Albany Law School (LL.B., 1967) and Union University (B.S., 1962). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Warren County and New York State (Member, House of Delegates) Bar Associations Association for American Justice New York State Trial Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Glens Falls, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Advisory Attorney, New York State Pure Waters Authority, 1969-1971
  • Assistant U.S
  • Attorney, Northern District of New York, 1971-1976
  • Special Achievement Award, U.S
  • Attorney General Edward H. Levi, 1976
  • Registered Pharmacist, New York

Practice Areas Explained

James E. Cullum's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

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Personal Injury

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Business & Corporate 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 Glens Falls 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 venue, 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 E. Cullum

Where is James E. Cullum's law office located?
James E. Cullum's law practice is located in Glens Falls, New York. The firm is McPhillips, Fitzgerald & Cullum L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James E. Cullum handle?
James E. Cullum focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, business, real estate, estate litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James E. Cullum practiced law?
James E. Cullum has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did James E. Cullum go to law school?
James E. Cullum earned their education at (LL.B., 1967); (B.S., 1962).
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What awards or recognition has James E. Cullum received?
James E. Cullum's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
Albany Law School
- 1967
B.S.
Union University
- 1962

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1968
U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York
Admitted: 1968
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1971

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