Atty. James P. Barrett

Atty. James P. Barrett

James P. Barrett is a lawyer practicing litigation, product liability and mass tort.

New York New York 64 yrs experience 64 year
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About James P. Barrett at a glance

James P. Barrett is a Retired Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP. They have 64+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1962. Their practice focuses on product liability and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1962). Educated at St. John's University (LL.B., 1961) and St. John's University (B.B.A., 1958). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New York State and American Bar Associations The Association of the Bar of the City of New York Nassau County Bar Association Nassau-Suffolk Trial Lawyers Product Liability Advisory Council. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James P. Barrett is a lawyer practicing litigation, product liability and mass tort
  • James received a B.B.A. degree from St. John's University in 1958, and has been licensed for 64 years
  • James practices at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

James P. Barrett's Areas of Practice

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

Product Liability

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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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Where is James P. Barrett's law office located?
James P. Barrett's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James P. Barrett handle?
James P. Barrett focuses on product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James P. Barrett practiced law?
James P. Barrett has 64+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1962.
Where did James P. Barrett go to law school?
James P. Barrett earned their education at (LL.B., 1961); (B.B.A., 1958).
How can I contact James P. Barrett for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James P. Barrett received?
James P. Barrett's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
St. John's University
- 1961
B.B.A.
St. John's University
- 1958

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1962

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