Atty. James P. Bracken

Atty. James P. Bracken

James P. Bracken is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, commercial law, business law and 2 other areas of law.

Buffalo Buffalo 45 yrs experience 45 year
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About James P. Bracken at a glance

James P. Bracken is a Counsel based in Buffalo, New York. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on trusts, business, real estate, tax, and commercial re. Admitted to practice in New York (1981). Educated at State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law (JD, 1981) and State University of New York at Buffalo (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Buffalo, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James P. Bracken is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, commercial law, business law and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1975, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • James practices in Buffalo, NY

Practice Areas Explained

James P. Bracken's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

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Tax Law

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Commercial Real Estate

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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 Buffalo 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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Common questions about James P. Bracken

Where is James P. Bracken's law office located?
James P. Bracken's law practice is located in Buffalo, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James P. Bracken handle?
James P. Bracken focuses on trusts, business, real estate, tax, commercial re. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James P. Bracken practiced law?
James P. Bracken has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did James P. Bracken go to law school?
James P. Bracken earned their education at (JD, 1981); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact James P. Bracken for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James P. Bracken received?
James P. Bracken's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

JD
State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law
- 1981
B.A.
State University of New York at Buffalo
- 1975

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1981

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