Atty. James Leonard Woods

Atty. James Leonard Woods

James Leonard Woods is a lawyer practicing climate change, discrimination, human resources and 2 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of Delaware in 1967, and has been licensed for 55 years.

Armonk Armonk 55 yrs experience 55 year
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Profile Summary

About James Leonard Woods at a glance

James Leonard Woods is a Member based in Armonk, New York, practicing at James L. Woods. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on civil rights and environmental. Admitted to practice in New York (1971). Educated at University of Delaware (B.A., 1967) and Columbia University J.D. (—). Serands clients in Armonk, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Leonard Woods is a lawyer practicing climate change, discrimination, human resources and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Delaware in 1967, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • James practices at James L. Woods in Armonk, NY

Practice Areas Explained

James Leonard Woods's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource 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 Armonk 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

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Where is James Leonard Woods's law office located?
James Leonard Woods's law practice is located in Armonk, New York. The firm is James L. Woods. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Leonard Woods handle?
James Leonard Woods focuses on civil rights, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James Leonard Woods practiced law?
James Leonard Woods has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did James Leonard Woods go to law school?
James Leonard Woods earned their education at (B.A., 1967); (—).
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Education

B.A.
University of Delaware
- 1967
Columbia University J.D.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1971

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