Atty. James J. Shea, Sr.

Atty. James J. Shea, Sr.

Phi Alpha Theta; Delta Epsilon Sigma; Phi Alpha Delta. Note Editor, Valparaiso University Law Review, 1983-1984.

Fort Wayne Fort Wayne 42 yrs experience 42 year
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About James J. Shea, Sr. at a glance

James J. Shea, Sr. is a Partner based in Fort Wayne, Indiana, practicing at Hunt Suedhoff Kearney LLP. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on insurance. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1984) and U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh C (1984). Educated at Valparaiso University (J.D., 1984) and King's College (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Allen County and Seventh Circuit Bar Associations Defense Research Institute Indiana Defense Lawyers Association Civil Rights Defense of Law Enforcement Officials. Serands clients in Fort Wayne, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Phi Alpha Theta
  • Delta Epsilon Sigma
  • Phi Alpha Delta
  • Note Editor, Valparaiso University Law Review, 1983-1984
  • Volunteer, Deputy Prosecutor, Allen County

Practice Areas Explained

James J. Shea, Sr.'s Areas of Practice

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

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Indiana

Practicing law in Indiana. Legal matters in Indiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fort Wayne are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Indiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Indiana 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 Indiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is James J. Shea, Sr.'s law office located?
James J. Shea, Sr.'s law practice is located in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The firm is Hunt Suedhoff Kearney LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James J. Shea, Sr. handle?
James J. Shea, Sr. focuses on insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has James J. Shea, Sr. practiced law?
James J. Shea, Sr. has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did James J. Shea, Sr. go to law school?
James J. Shea, Sr. earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1981).
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What awards or recognition has James J. Shea, Sr. received?
James J. Shea, Sr.'s notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Valparaiso University
- 1984
B.A.
King's College
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh C
Admitted: 1984

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