Atty. James P. Shea

Atty. James P. Shea

James P. Shea is a lawyer practicing probate, estate planning, real estate and 1 other area of law.

Tuckahoe Tuckahoe 63 yrs experience 63 year
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Profile Summary

About James P. Shea at a glance

James P. Shea is a Member based in Tuckahoe, New York, practicing at James P. Shea. They have 63+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1963. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, real estate, and elder law. Admitted to practice in New York (1963). Educated at Fordham University (LL.B., 1962) and Fordham University (B.S., 1959). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Tuckahoe, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James P. Shea is a lawyer practicing probate, estate planning, real estate and 1 other area of law
  • James P. received a B.S. degree from Fordham University in 1959, and has been licensed for 63 years
  • James P. practices at James P. Shea in Tuckahoe, NY

Practice Areas Explained

James P. Shea's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

James P. Shea is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in New York →

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

James P. Shea is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in New York →

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 Tuckahoe 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 P. Shea

Where is James P. Shea's law office located?
James P. Shea's law practice is located in Tuckahoe, New York. The firm is James P. Shea. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James P. Shea handle?
James P. Shea focuses on probate, estate planning, real estate, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James P. Shea practiced law?
James P. Shea has 63+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1963.
Where did James P. Shea go to law school?
James P. Shea earned their education at (LL.B., 1962); (B.S., 1959).
How can I contact James P. Shea for a consultation?
You can contact James P. Shea 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.
What awards or recognition has James P. Shea received?
James P. Shea's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
Fordham University
- 1962
B.S.
Fordham University
- 1959

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1963

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