Atty. James Michael DeSanto
James Michael DeSanto is a lawyer practicing personal injury, criminal defense, family and 2 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from Widener University in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years.
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James Michael DeSanto is a Member based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Kraft & Kraft, P.C.. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, child custody, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1987). Educated at Widener University (J.D., 1987) and Widener University (B.S., 1983). Serands clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James Michael DeSanto is a lawyer practicing personal injury, criminal defense, family and 2 other areas of law
- James received a B.S. degree from Widener University in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years
- James practices at Kraft & Kraft, P.C. in Philadelphia, PA
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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 Philadelphia 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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