Atty. James Patrick Geraghty
James Patrick Geraghty is a lawyer practicing maritime and multimodal transportation, business and commercial litigation, insurance services and 3 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Boston University in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years.
Business And Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 30+ Years Experience
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About James Patrick Geraghty at a Glance
James Patrick Geraghty is a business, litigation, insurance, and maritime attorney based in New York, New York. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1996) and New York (1996). Educated at Seton Hall University (J.D., 1995) and Boston University (B.A., 1991). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James Patrick Geraghty
- James Patrick Geraghty is a lawyer practicing maritime and multimodal transportation, business and commercial litigation, insurance services and 3 other areas of law
- James received a B.A. degree from Boston University in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years
- James practices in New York, NY
Practice Areas Explained
James Patrick Geraghty's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Patrick Geraghty handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Business & Corporate Law in New York
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Civil Litigation in New York
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Insurance Law in New York
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
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Maritime & Admiralty Law in New York
Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.
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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 New York 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 venue, 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.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-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 New York Choose James Patrick Geraghty
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 Geraghty's practice in the field of business, litigation, insurance, and maritime.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James Patrick Geraghty brings 30+ 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 New Jersey and New York, James Patrick Geraghty can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, litigation, and insurance, James Patrick Geraghty can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means James Patrick Geraghty 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 Geraghty Handles in New York
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