Atty. James I. Wasserman

Atty. James I. Wasserman

Mr. James I.

New York New York 51 yrs experience 51 year
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About James I. Wasserman at a glance

James I. Wasserman is an Attorney based in New York, New York, practicing at Doar Rieck Kaley & Mack. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on employment, litigation, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1975), U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit and U.S. District Court for the District (1975), New York (1981), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1981). Educated at Catholic University of America (J.D., 1974) and University of Chicago (B.A., 1971). Active member of New York County Lawyers Association. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. James I. Wasserman is a lawyer practicing erisa, employment and labor law, general litigation and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Chicago in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • James practices at Doar Rieck Kaley & Mack in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

James I. Wasserman's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Civil Litigation

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Entertainment & Sports Law

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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 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 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 I. Wasserman

Where is James I. Wasserman's law office located?
James I. Wasserman's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Doar Rieck Kaley & Mack. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James I. Wasserman handle?
James I. Wasserman focuses on employment, litigation, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James I. Wasserman practiced law?
James I. Wasserman has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did James I. Wasserman go to law school?
James I. Wasserman earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact James I. Wasserman for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Catholic University of America
- 1974
B.A.
University of Chicago
- 1971

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit and U.S. District Court for the District
Admitted: 1975
New York
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1992

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