Atty. James Mark O'Keefe
James M. O’Keefe is from Liverpool, New York.
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James Mark O'Keefe is a Car Accident Attorney based in Williamsville, New York, practicing at William Mattar Accident Lawyers. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, employment, bankruptcy, and chapter 11. Admitted to practice in U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Western District of New York (2008), New York (2008), and U.S. District Court, Western District of New York (2008). Educated at State University of New York at Buffalo Law School (J.D. Order, 2007) and Niagara University (B.A., 2000). Active member of Erie County and New York State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Williamsville, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James M. O’Keefe is from Liverpool, New York
- In 2000, he earned a Bachelor of Arts in English from Niagara University in Lewiston, New York
- James went on to earn his Juris Doctor in 2007 from SUNY Buffalo Law School, where he was named to the Order of Barristers
- He remains a member of the Board of Directors for the Graduates of the Last Decade (GOLD) group and is a lifetime member of the SUNY Law School Alumni Association
- In 2008, James was admitted to practice law in New York State, the U.S
- District Court for the Western District of New York, and the U.S
- Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of New York
- Before joining William Mattar in 2011, James practiced in the insurance defense field
- He now dedicates his time as a personal injury attorney to helping plaintiffs in motor vehicle accident cases
- When he’s not at the office, James likes spending time with his son and cheering for the Buffalo Bills
- Community Involvement - Southtowns Family YMCA, Volunteer Boxing Instructor Awards and Recognition - Super Lawyers Upstate New York Rising Star 2013 – 2017 Professional Associations & Memberships - New York State Bar Association - Bar Association of Erie County - SUNY Buffalo Law School Alumni Association - SUNY Buffalo Law School Graduates of the Last Decade (GOLD) Group, Board of Directors and Former President - SUNY Buffalo Law School Education Committee, Co-Chair
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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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Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
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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 Williamsville 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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