Atty. James Henry Whitney

Atty. James Henry Whitney

James Henry Whitney is a lawyer practicing administrative law. James received a A.B. degree from Hamilton College in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years.

Albany Albany 58 yrs experience 58 year
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About James Henry Whitney at a glance

James Henry Whitney is an Asst. Coun., N. Y. S. Dept. of Educ. based in Albany, New York. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on government. Admitted to practice in New York (1968). Educated at Cornell Law School (J.D., 1968) and Hamilton College (A.B., 1965). Serands clients in Albany, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Henry Whitney is a lawyer practicing administrative law
  • James received a A.B. degree from Hamilton College in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • James practices in Albany, NY

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James Henry Whitney's Areas of Practice

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

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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 Albany 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 Henry Whitney's law office located?
James Henry Whitney's law practice is located in Albany, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Henry Whitney handle?
James Henry Whitney focuses on government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James Henry Whitney practiced law?
James Henry Whitney has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did James Henry Whitney go to law school?
James Henry Whitney earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (A.B., 1965).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Cornell Law School
- 1968
A.B.
Hamilton College
- 1965

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1968

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