Atty. James H. Leavey

Atty. James H. Leavey

James H. Leavey is a lawyer.

Providence Providence 57 yrs experience 57 year
Call (737) 358-3718 Book Appointment

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About James H. Leavey at a glance

James H. Leavey is an Asst. U.S. Atty. based in Providence, Rhode Island. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Admitted to practice in New York (1969), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1973), Rhode Island (1975), and U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island (1975). Educated at University of Notre Dame (J.D., 1969) and Northeastern University (B.A., 1966). Serands clients in Providence, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James H. Leavey is a lawyer
  • James H. received a B.A. degree from Northeastern University in 1966, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • James H. practices in Providence, RI

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Rhode Island

Practicing law in Rhode Island. Legal matters in Rhode Island are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Providence are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Rhode Island state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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James H. Leavey's law practice is located in Providence, Rhode Island. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has James H. Leavey practiced law?
James H. Leavey has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did James H. Leavey go to law school?
James H. Leavey earned their education at (J.D., 1969); (B.A., 1966).
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Education

J.D.
University of Notre Dame
- 1969
B.A.
Northeastern University
- 1966

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1969
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1973
Rhode Island
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 1981

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