Atty. James E. Tolan
James E. Tolan is a lawyer practicing securities & investment fraud, litigation, class actions and 1 other area of law.
Class Actions & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 64+ Years Experience
Profile Summary
About James E. Tolan at a Glance
James E. Tolan is an Of Counsel based in New York, New York, practicing at Dechert LLP. They have 64+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1962. Their practice focuses on class action, securities, litigation, and consumer. Admitted to practice in New York (1962), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1963), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1963), and U.S. Tax Court (1965). Educated at Fordham University School of Law JD (—) and Fordham University B.S. 1959 Beta Gamma Sigma Fordham University B.S. Beta Alpha Psi Fordham University B.S. Fordham University School of Law (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Association of the Bar of the City of New York. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
Get Legal Help from James E. Tolan in New York
Sign up free and choose one of the two methods below.
Have a legal question? Sign up free, submit it through the Ask the Attorney module and receive a focused answer from a specialist.
- Free to ask a question
- Answers from specialist attorneys
- Optional private / anonymous question
Request an online video meeting or an in-person consultation at the attorney's office. Pick a time that works for you and share the details securely.
- Online video meeting
- In-person at the attorney's office
- Secure messaging and payment
About James E. Tolan
- James E. Tolan is a lawyer practicing securities & investment fraud, litigation, class actions and 1 other area of law
- James received a B.S. degree from Fordham University, and has been licensed for 64 years
- James practices at Dechert LLP in New York, NY
Practice Areas Explained
James E. Tolan's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James E. Tolan handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Class Action in New York
James E. Tolan is one of 26,226 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in New York →
Securities Law in New York
James E. Tolan is one of 64,075 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities attorneys in New York →
Civil Litigation in New York
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
James E. Tolan is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in New York →
Consumer Protection in New York
Consumer protection attorneys for fraud, lemon law, debt harassment, and deceptive trade practices.
James E. Tolan is one of 50,226 consumer attorneys indexed nationally. Browse consumer attorneys in New York →
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 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 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.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
Looking for additional New York attorneys? Browse all attorneys in New York or all attorneys in New York.
Frequently Asked
Common Questions About James E. Tolan
Where is James E. Tolan's law office located?
What practice areas does James E. Tolan handle?
How long has James E. Tolan practiced law?
Where did James E. Tolan go to law school?
How can I contact James E. Tolan for a consultation?
What awards or recognition has James E. Tolan received?
Professional Profile
Why Clients in New York Choose James E. Tolan
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish James E. Tolan's practice in the field of class action, securities, litigation, and consumer.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James E. Tolan brings 64+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York, and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit, James E. Tolan can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering class action, securities, and litigation, James E. Tolan can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means James E. Tolan attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Search Reference
How People Find James E. Tolan Online
Prospective clients searching for legal help in New York commonly use a combination of the attorney's name and their specific legal need. The following search terms frequently lead people to this profile and to attorneys like James E. Tolan.
If any of the above matches what you searched for, you've found the right profile. Use the contact options at the top of this page to get in touch with James E. Tolan directly.
James E. Tolan's Practice Areas & Specializations
Education & Law School Background
Awards & Professional Honors
Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions
Client Reviews & Ratings — James E. Tolan
No reviews yet.