Atty. James Patrick Garrity
Mr. James Patrick Garrity is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, civil rights, trial and 3 other areas of law.
Civil Rights & More Attorney · Serving Tallahassee, FL · 42+ Years Experience
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About James Patrick Garrity at a Glance
James Patrick Garrity is a Member based in Tallahassee, Florida, practicing at Marie A. Mattox, P.A.. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, sexual harassment, employment, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1984), Florida U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit U.S. District Court, Middle District of Georg (1986), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida including Trial Bar (1987), and U.S. Supreme Court U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida (1988). Educated at The University of Toledo (J.D., 1984) and Florida Atlantic University (B.A.A., 1981). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serves clients in Tallahassee, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James Patrick Garrity
- Mr. James Patrick Garrity is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, civil rights, trial and 3 other areas of law
- James received a degree from Florida Atlantic University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
- James practices at Marie A. Mattox, P.A. in Tallahassee, FL
Practice Areas Explained
James Patrick Garrity's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Patrick Garrity handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Tallahassee.
Wrongful Termination in Tallahassee
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Sexual Harassment in Tallahassee
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Employment Law in Tallahassee
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
James Patrick Garrity is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Florida →
Civil Rights in Tallahassee
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
James Patrick Garrity is one of 69,634 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Florida →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Tallahassee
Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Tallahassee are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida 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 Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Tallahassee Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Tallahassee-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Tallahassee Choose James Patrick Garrity
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish James Patrick Garrity's practice in the field of wrongful termination, sexual harassment, employment, and civil rights.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James Patrick Garrity brings 42+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Ohio, Florida U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit U.S. District Court, Middle District of Georg, and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida including Trial Bar, James Patrick Garrity can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wrongful termination, sexual harassment, and employment, James Patrick Garrity can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Tallahassee
A Tallahassee-based practice means James Patrick Garrity attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues James Patrick Garrity Handles in Tallahassee
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