Atty. James Nelson Benedict

Atty. James Nelson Benedict

James Nelson Benedict is a lawyer practicing class action, commercial, global litigation & dispute resolution practice. James received a B.A. degree from St.

New York New York 51 yrs experience 51 year
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About James Nelson Benedict at a glance

James Nelson Benedict is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Milbank LLP. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on business, class action, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York U.S. District Court, Northern District of (1975). Educated at Albany Law School of Union University (J.D., 1974) and St. Lawrence University (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Nelson Benedict is a lawyer practicing class action, commercial, global litigation & dispute resolution practice
  • James received a B.A. degree from St. Lawrence University in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • James practices at Milbank LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

James Nelson Benedict's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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Class Action

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Civil Litigation

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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 New York 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 Nelson Benedict

Where is James Nelson Benedict's law office located?
James Nelson Benedict's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Milbank LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Nelson Benedict handle?
James Nelson Benedict focuses on business, class action, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James Nelson Benedict practiced law?
James Nelson Benedict has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did James Nelson Benedict go to law school?
James Nelson Benedict earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact James Nelson Benedict for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Nelson Benedict received?
James Nelson Benedict's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Albany Law School of Union University
- 1974
B.A.
St. Lawrence University
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York U.S. District Court, Northern District of
Admitted: 1975

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