Atty. James L. Sonneborn

Atty. James L. Sonneborn

James L. Sonneborn is a lawyer practicing litigation, alternative dispute resolution, arbitration and 11 other areas of law.

Syracuse Syracuse 53 yrs experience 53 year
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About James L. Sonneborn at a glance

James L. Sonneborn is an Of Counsel based in Syracuse, New York, practicing at Bousquet Holstein PLLC. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on contracts, employment, business, real estate, and breach of contract. Admitted to practice in New York U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern and Eastern D (1973). Educated at Case Western Reserve University (J.D., 1972) and University of Virginia (B.S. Economics, 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Onondaga County Bar Association Federal Court Bar Association. Serands clients in Syracuse, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James L. Sonneborn is a lawyer practicing litigation, alternative dispute resolution, arbitration and 11 other areas of law
  • James L. received a B.S. degree from University of Virginia in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • James L. practices at Bousquet Holstein PLLC in Syracuse, NY

Practice Areas Explained

James L. Sonneborn's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

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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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Breach of Contract

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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 Syracuse 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 L. Sonneborn

Where is James L. Sonneborn's law office located?
James L. Sonneborn's law practice is located in Syracuse, New York. The firm is Bousquet Holstein PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James L. Sonneborn handle?
James L. Sonneborn focuses on contracts, employment, business, real estate, breach of contract. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James L. Sonneborn practiced law?
James L. Sonneborn has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did James L. Sonneborn go to law school?
James L. Sonneborn earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.S. Economics, 1969).
How can I contact James L. Sonneborn for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James L. Sonneborn received?
James L. Sonneborn's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Case Western Reserve University
- 1972
B.S. Economics
University of Virginia
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern and Eastern D
Admitted: 1973

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