Atty. James P Kelley
James P Kelley is a lawyer practicing litigation, criminal law, real estate law and 10 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from University of Northern Colorado, and has been licensed for 43 years.
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James P Kelley is a Member based in Poughkeepsie, New York, practicing at Rizzo & Kelley. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and real estate. Admitted to practice in New York (1983), Minnesota (1984), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1985), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1985). Educated at University of Notre Dame J.D. Hamline University (J.D., 1982) and University of Northern Colorado B.S. Marist College (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Dutchess County and New York State Bar Associations New York State Defenders Association, Inc. Serands clients in Poughkeepsie, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James P Kelley is a lawyer practicing litigation, criminal law, real estate law and 10 other areas of law
- James received a B.S. degree from University of Northern Colorado, and has been licensed for 43 years
- James practices at Rizzo & Kelley in Poughkeepsie, NY
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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 Poughkeepsie 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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