Atty. James Holmes Davis

Atty. James Holmes Davis

James Holmes Davis is a lawyer practicing family law, trust law, estate planning law and 1 other area of law. James received a B.A. degree from Mount Union College in 1952, and has been licensed for 66 years.

East Hampton East Hampton 66 yrs experience 66 year
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About James Holmes Davis at a glance

James Holmes Davis is an United Methodist Church based in East Hampton, New York. They have 66+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1960. Their practice focuses on trusts, criminal defense, family law, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in New York (1960). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (LL.B., 1958) and Mount Union College (B.A., 1952). Serands clients in East Hampton, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Holmes Davis is a lawyer practicing family law, trust law, estate planning law and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Mount Union College in 1952, and has been licensed for 66 years
  • James practices in East Hampton, NY

Practice Areas Explained

James Holmes Davis's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Estate Planning & Probate

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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 East Hampton 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Holmes Davis

Where is James Holmes Davis's law office located?
James Holmes Davis's law practice is located in East Hampton, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Holmes Davis handle?
James Holmes Davis focuses on trusts, criminal defense, family law, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James Holmes Davis practiced law?
James Holmes Davis has 66+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1960.
Where did James Holmes Davis go to law school?
James Holmes Davis earned their education at (LL.B., 1958); (B.A., 1952).
How can I contact James Holmes Davis for a consultation?
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Education

LL.B.
Brooklyn Law School
- 1958
B.A.
Mount Union College
- 1952

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1960

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