Atty. James M. Keneally

Atty. James M. Keneally

James M. Keneally is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, federal crime, foreclosure and 3 other areas of law.

New York New York 43 yrs experience 43 year
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About James M. Keneally at a glance

James M. Keneally is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Kelley Drye & Warren LLP. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, federal crimes, white collar, foreclosure, and securities. Admitted to practice in NY, U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of New York U.S. District Court, Southern Di (1983) and New York (1983). Educated at State University of New York at Buffalo Law School (J.D., 1982) and State University of New York at Stony Brook (B.A., 1979). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James M. Keneally is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, federal crime, foreclosure and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Stony Brook in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • James practices at Kelley Drye & Warren LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

James M. Keneally's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Federal Crimes

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White Collar Crimes

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Foreclosure Defense

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Securities 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 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 M. Keneally

Where is James M. Keneally's law office located?
James M. Keneally's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Kelley Drye & Warren LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James M. Keneally handle?
James M. Keneally focuses on criminal defense, federal crimes, white collar, foreclosure, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James M. Keneally practiced law?
James M. Keneally has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did James M. Keneally go to law school?
James M. Keneally earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact James M. Keneally for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
State University of New York at Buffalo Law School
- 1982
B.A.
State University of New York at Stony Brook
- 1979

Bar Admissions

NY, U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of New York U.S. District Court, Southern Di
Admitted: 1983
New York
Admitted: 1983

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