Atty. James Michael Kerrigan

Atty. James Michael Kerrigan

James Michael Kerrigan is a lawyer practicing civil practice, criminal law, trial practice and 8 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Boston University in 1966, and has been licensed for 57 years.

Ithaca Ithaca 57 yrs experience 57 year
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James Michael Kerrigan is a City Ct. J. based in Ithaca, New York. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in New York (1969), U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York (1969), U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1973), and U.S. District Court, Western District of New York (1990). Educated at Cornell University (J.D., 1969) and Boston University (B.A., 1966). Serands clients in Ithaca, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Michael Kerrigan is a lawyer practicing civil practice, criminal law, trial practice and 8 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Boston University in 1966, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • James practices in Ithaca, NY

Practice Areas Explained

James Michael Kerrigan's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate Law

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 Ithaca 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 Michael Kerrigan

Where is James Michael Kerrigan's law office located?
James Michael Kerrigan's law practice is located in Ithaca, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Michael Kerrigan handle?
James Michael Kerrigan focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James Michael Kerrigan practiced law?
James Michael Kerrigan has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did James Michael Kerrigan go to law school?
James Michael Kerrigan earned their education at (J.D., 1969); (B.A., 1966).
How can I contact James Michael Kerrigan for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Cornell University
- 1969
B.A.
Boston University
- 1966

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1969
U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York
Admitted: 1969
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, Western District of New York
Admitted: 1990
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1991
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1992

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