Atty. James M. Sheehan

Atty. James M. Sheehan

James M. Sheehan is a lawyer practicing business litigation, government, government contracts and 3 other areas of law.

Carlisle Carlisle 43 yrs experience 43 year
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About James M. Sheehan at a glance

James M. Sheehan is a V.P. & Gen. Coun. based in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, education, and government. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1983) and U.S. District Court, Eastern, Middle and Western Districts of Pennsylvania U.S. Court of Appeals, Th (1985). Educated at Dickinson School of Law (J.D., 1983) and Bucknell University (M.A. St., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Carlisle, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James M. Sheehan is a lawyer practicing business litigation, government, government contracts and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a M.A. degree from Bucknell University in 1970, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • James practices in Carlisle, PA

Practice Areas Explained

James M. Sheehan's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

James M. Sheehan is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Carlisle are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James M. Sheehan

Where is James M. Sheehan's law office located?
James M. Sheehan's law practice is located in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James M. Sheehan handle?
James M. Sheehan focuses on business, litigation, education, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has James M. Sheehan practiced law?
James M. Sheehan has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did James M. Sheehan go to law school?
James M. Sheehan earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (M.A. St., 1970).
How can I contact James M. Sheehan for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James M. Sheehan received?
James M. Sheehan's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Dickinson School of Law
- 1983
M.A. St.
Bucknell University
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Eastern, Middle and Western Districts of Pennsylvania U.S. Court of Appeals, Th
Admitted: 1985

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