Atty. James Michael McGahan

Atty. James Michael McGahan

James Michael McGahan is a lawyer practicing real estate, guardianship, banking law and 10 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from St.

Jericho Jericho 41 yrs experience 41 year
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About James Michael McGahan at a glance

James Michael McGahan is a Partner based in Jericho, New York, practicing at Donohue, McGahan, Catalano & Belitsis. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in New York (1985), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1985), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1985), and New Jersey (1988). Educated at St. John's University (J.D., 1984) and St. John's University (B.S., 1981). Active member of Nassau County, New York State, New Jersey State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Jericho, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Michael McGahan is a lawyer practicing real estate, guardianship, banking law and 10 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from St. John's University in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • James practices at Donohue, McGahan, Catalano & Belitsis in Jericho, NY

Practice Areas Explained

James Michael McGahan's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Personal Injury

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Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate Law

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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 Jericho 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 McGahan

Where is James Michael McGahan's law office located?
James Michael McGahan's law practice is located in Jericho, New York. The firm is Donohue, McGahan, Catalano & Belitsis. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Michael McGahan handle?
James Michael McGahan focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James Michael McGahan practiced law?
James Michael McGahan has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did James Michael McGahan go to law school?
James Michael McGahan earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.S., 1981).
How can I contact James Michael McGahan for a consultation?
You can contact James Michael McGahan directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.

Education

J.D.
St. John's University
- 1984
B.S.
St. John's University
- 1981

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1985
New Jersey
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1988

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