Atty. James J. Ruddy

Atty. James J. Ruddy

James J. Ruddy is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation cargo subrogation, admiralty and maritime law, marine insurance and reinsurance and 7 other areas of law.

New York New York 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About James J. Ruddy at a glance

James J. Ruddy is a contracts, business, product liability, litigation, and insurance attorney based in New York, New York. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Admitted to practice in New York (1976), U.S District Court Southern District of New York (1976), and U.S District Court Eastern District of New York (1976). Educated at New York Law School (J.D., 1975) and Fordham University (B.S., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Associations & Memberships •Marine and Insurance Claims Association (former Director) •Maritime Law Association of the United States. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James J. Ruddy is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation cargo subrogation, admiralty and maritime law, marine insurance and reinsurance and 7 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Fordham University in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • James practices in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

James J. Ruddy's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Business & Corporate Law

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 J. Ruddy

Where is James J. Ruddy's law office located?
James J. Ruddy's law practice is located in New York, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James J. Ruddy handle?
James J. Ruddy focuses on contracts, business, product liability, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James J. Ruddy practiced law?
James J. Ruddy has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did James J. Ruddy go to law school?
James J. Ruddy earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.S., 1972).
How can I contact James J. Ruddy for a consultation?
You can contact James J. Ruddy directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James J. Ruddy received?
James J. Ruddy's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
New York Law School
- 1975
B.S.
Fordham University
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1976
U.S District Court Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1976
U.S District Court Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1976

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