Atty. James M. Byrnes
James M. Byrnes is a lawyer practicing negligence law, personal injury law, civil law and 4 other areas of law.
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James M. Byrnes is a Member based in Rochester, New York, practicing at James M. Byrnes. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, real estate, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Texas (1974) and New York (1975). Educated at University of Houston (J.D., 1974) and Cornell University (B.S., 1970). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Rochester, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James M. Byrnes is a lawyer practicing negligence law, personal injury law, civil law and 4 other areas of law
- James received a B.S. degree from Cornell University in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years
- James practices at James M. Byrnes in Rochester, NY
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Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
James M. Byrnes is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in New York →
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
James M. Byrnes is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in New York →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
James M. Byrnes is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in New York →
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
James M. Byrnes is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in New York →
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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 Rochester 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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