Atty. James M. Lenihan

Atty. James M. Lenihan

James M. Lenihan is a lawyer practicing corporate & incorporation, criminal defense, litigation and 12 other areas of law.

White Plains White Plains 35 yrs experience 35 year
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About James M. Lenihan at a glance

James M. Lenihan is a Member based in White Plains, New York, practicing at James M. Lenihan. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on divorce, car accidents, formation, dui/dwi, and child custody. Admitted to practice in New York (1991) and Southern District, Northern District, Circuit Court and U.S. Supreme Court (1991). Educated at Pace University School of Law (J.D., 1991) and Siena College (B.A., 1976). Active member of National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Serands clients in White Plains, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James M. Lenihan is a lawyer practicing corporate & incorporation, criminal defense, litigation and 12 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Siena College in 1976, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • James practices at James M. Lenihan in White Plains, NY

Practice Areas Explained

James M. Lenihan's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Business Formation

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DUI / DWI Defense

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Child Custody & Visitation

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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 White Plains 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. Lenihan

Where is James M. Lenihan's law office located?
James M. Lenihan's law practice is located in White Plains, New York. The firm is James M. Lenihan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James M. Lenihan handle?
James M. Lenihan focuses on divorce, car accidents, formation, dui/dwi, child custody. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James M. Lenihan practiced law?
James M. Lenihan has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did James M. Lenihan go to law school?
James M. Lenihan earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1976).
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Education

J.D.
Pace University School of Law
- 1991
B.A.
Siena College
- 1976

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1991
Southern District, Northern District, Circuit Court and U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1991

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