Atty. James Joseph Terry

Atty. James Joseph Terry

James Joseph Terry is a lawyer practicing products liability defense, commercial litigation, construction litigation and 2 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from New York University in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years.

New York New York 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About James Joseph Terry at a glance

James Joseph Terry is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Zetlin & De Chiara LLP. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on business, construction, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1978), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1978), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1978), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1982). Educated at Columbia University (J.D., 1977) and New York University (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New York State and American Bar Associations New York County Lawyers Association Defense Research Institute Federal Bar Council. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Joseph Terry is a lawyer practicing products liability defense, commercial litigation, construction litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from New York University in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • James practices at Zetlin & De Chiara LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

James Joseph Terry's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Joseph Terry 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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Construction Law

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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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 Joseph Terry

Where is James Joseph Terry's law office located?
James Joseph Terry's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Zetlin & De Chiara LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Joseph Terry handle?
James Joseph Terry focuses on business, construction, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James Joseph Terry practiced law?
James Joseph Terry has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did James Joseph Terry go to law school?
James Joseph Terry earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact James Joseph Terry for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Joseph Terry received?
James Joseph Terry's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Columbia University
- 1977
B.A.
New York University
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1990

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