Atty. James Edwin Kissel

Atty. James Edwin Kissel

James Edwin Kissel is a lawyer practicing criminal law, forfeiture law. James received a B.A. degree from Case Western Reserve University in 1971, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Buffalo Buffalo 41 yrs experience 41 year
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About James Edwin Kissel at a glance

James Edwin Kissel is a criminal defense attorney based in Buffalo, New York. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Admitted to practice in U.S. District Court, Western District of New York (1985), New York (1986), and Tennessee (1992). Educated at State University of New York at Buffalo (J.D., 1985) and Case Western Reserve University (B.A., 1971). Serands clients in Buffalo, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Edwin Kissel is a lawyer practicing criminal law, forfeiture law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Case Western Reserve University in 1971, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • James practices in Buffalo, NY

Practice Areas Explained

James Edwin Kissel's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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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 Edwin Kissel's law office located?
James Edwin Kissel's law practice is located in Buffalo, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Edwin Kissel handle?
James Edwin Kissel focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James Edwin Kissel practiced law?
James Edwin Kissel has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did James Edwin Kissel go to law school?
James Edwin Kissel earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1971).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
State University of New York at Buffalo
- 1985
B.A.
Case Western Reserve University
- 1971

Bar Admissions

U.S. District Court, Western District of New York
Admitted: 1985
New York
Admitted: 1986
Tennessee
Admitted: 1992

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