Atty. James J. Brearton
James J. Brearton is a lawyer practicing wills, estates, estate administration and 34 other areas of law.
Profile Summary
About James J. Brearton at a glance
James J. Brearton is a Member based in Latham, New York, practicing at James J. Brearton. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on divorce, wills, residential, formation, and trusts. Admitted to practice in New York (1976) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York (1976). Educated at Albany Law School (J.D., 1975) and College of the Holy Cross (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of New York State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Latham, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
Want to Get Service From This Attorney?
Sign up free and choose one of the two methods below.
Have a legal question? Sign up free, submit it through the Ask the Attorney module and receive a focused answer from a specialist.
- Free to ask a question
- Answers from specialist attorneys
- Optional private / anonymous question
Request an online video meeting or an in-person consultation at the attorney's office. Pick a time that works for you and share the details securely.
- Online video meeting
- In-person at the attorney's office
- Secure messaging and payment
About
- James J. Brearton is a lawyer practicing wills, estates, estate administration and 34 other areas of law
- James received a B.A. degree from College of the Holy Cross in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years
- James practices at James J. Brearton in Latham, NY and 1 other location
Practice Areas Explained
James J. Brearton's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James J. Brearton handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
James J. Brearton is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in New York →
James J. Brearton is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in New York →
James J. Brearton is one of 9,343 residential attorneys indexed nationally. Browse residential attorneys in New York →
James J. Brearton is one of 35,584 formation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse formation attorneys in New York →
James J. Brearton is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in New York →
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 Latham 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.
Looking for additional New York attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Latham or all attorneys in New York.
Frequently Asked
Common questions about James J. Brearton
Where is James J. Brearton's law office located?
What practice areas does James J. Brearton handle?
How long has James J. Brearton practiced law?
Where did James J. Brearton go to law school?
How can I contact James J. Brearton for a consultation?
What awards or recognition has James J. Brearton received?
Practice Areas
Education
Awards
Bar Admissions
Reviews
No reviews yet.