Atty. James Patrick Donovan

Atty. James Patrick Donovan

James Patrick Donovan is a lawyer practicing insurance, land use & zoning, aviation & aerospace and 2 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Fordham University in 1966, and has been licensed for 56 years.

Santa Fe Santa Fe 56 Years Experience 56 year

Profile Summary

About James Patrick Donovan at a glance

James Patrick Donovan is an Of Counsel based in Santa Fe, New Mexico, practicing at Wilson Elser. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on zoning, product liability, elder law, insurance, and aviation. Admitted to practice in New York U.S. District Court, Eastern, Northern, Western and Southern Districts of New York U.S. Dis (1970). Educated at Fordham University School of Law (J.D., 1969) and Fordham University (B.A., 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Santa Fe, NM and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Patrick Donovan is a lawyer practicing insurance, land use & zoning, aviation & aerospace and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Fordham University in 1966, and has been licensed for 56 years
  • James practices at Wilson Elser in Santa Fe, NM and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

James Patrick Donovan's Areas of Practice

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

Land Use & Zoning

James Patrick Donovan is one of 36,102 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in New Mexico →

Product Liability

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Elder Law

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

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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Aviation Law

Aviation attorneys for aircraft accidents, FAA regulation, pilot defense, and aviation industry matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Mexico

Practicing law in New Mexico. Legal matters in New Mexico are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Santa Fe are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Mexico state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Mexico brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New Mexico courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Patrick Donovan

Where is James Patrick Donovan's law office located?
James Patrick Donovan's law practice is located in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The firm is Wilson Elser. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Patrick Donovan handle?
James Patrick Donovan focuses on zoning, product liability, elder law, insurance, aviation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Mexico.
How long has James Patrick Donovan practiced law?
James Patrick Donovan has 56+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1970.
Where did James Patrick Donovan go to law school?
James Patrick Donovan earned their education at (J.D., 1969); (B.A., 1966).
How can I contact James Patrick Donovan for a consultation?
You can contact James Patrick Donovan 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 Patrick Donovan received?
James Patrick Donovan's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Fordham University School of Law
- 1969
B.A.
Fordham University
- 1966

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York U.S. District Court, Eastern, Northern, Western and Southern Districts of New York U.S. Dis
Admitted: 1970

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