Atty. James John Coffey

Atty. James John Coffey

James John Coffey is a lawyer practicing banking, real estate law, construction law and 2 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Plattsburgh in 1967, and has been licensed for 51 years.

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James John Coffey is a Member based in Plattsburgh, New York, practicing at James J. Coffey. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, construction, and government. Admitted to practice in New York (1975), U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York (1975), and U.S. Supreme Court (1984). Educated at Suffolk University Law School (J.D., 1974) and State University of New York at Plattsburgh (B.A. University, 1967). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Clinton County (President, 1992), New York State (Member, Sections on: Real Property Law Municipal Law) and American (Member, Sections on: Real Property, Probate & Trust, International Law & Practice Member, House of Delegates, 1997-1998) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Plattsburgh, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James John Coffey is a lawyer practicing banking, real estate law, construction law and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Plattsburgh in 1967, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • James practices at James J. Coffey in Plattsburgh, NY

Practice Areas Explained

James John Coffey's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Construction Law

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Government & Administrative 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 Plattsburgh 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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Where is James John Coffey's law office located?
James John Coffey's law practice is located in Plattsburgh, New York. The firm is James J. Coffey. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James John Coffey handle?
James John Coffey focuses on business, real estate, construction, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James John Coffey practiced law?
James John Coffey has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did James John Coffey go to law school?
James John Coffey earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A. University, 1967).
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What awards or recognition has James John Coffey received?
James John Coffey's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Suffolk University Law School
- 1974
B.A. University
State University of New York at Plattsburgh
- 1967

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1984

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