Atty. James Edwin Ryan

Atty. James Edwin Ryan

James Edwin Ryan is a lawyer practicing admiralty, insurance law, liability defense and 3 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from Siena College in 1964, and has been licensed for 51 years.

New York New York 51 Years Experience 51 year
Call (929) 395-1563

Profile Summary

About James Edwin Ryan at a glance

James Edwin Ryan is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at Dougherty, Ryan, Giuffra, Zambito & Hession. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, insurance, appellate, and maritime. Admitted to practice in New York (1975), U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern and Eastern Districts of New York (1975), U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1976), and U.S. Supreme Court (2003). Educated at Fordham University (J.D., 1974) and Siena College (B.S., 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Maritime Law Association of the United States Association of Average Adjusters of the United States. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Edwin Ryan is a lawyer practicing admiralty, insurance law, liability defense and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Siena College in 1964, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • James practices at Dougherty, Ryan, Giuffra, Zambito & Hession in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

James Edwin Ryan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Edwin Ryan 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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Insurance Law

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Appellate Practice

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Maritime & Admiralty 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 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 Edwin Ryan

Where is James Edwin Ryan's law office located?
James Edwin Ryan's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Dougherty, Ryan, Giuffra, Zambito & Hession. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Edwin Ryan handle?
James Edwin Ryan focuses on business, litigation, insurance, appellate, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James Edwin Ryan practiced law?
James Edwin Ryan has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did James Edwin Ryan go to law school?
James Edwin Ryan earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.S., 1964).
How can I contact James Edwin Ryan for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Edwin Ryan received?
James Edwin Ryan's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Fordham University
- 1974
B.S.
Siena College
- 1964

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern and Eastern Districts of New York
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2003

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