Atty. James Peter McGevna

Atty. James Peter McGevna

James Peter McGevna is a lawyer practicing workers' compensation, social security disability. James received a degree from Syracuse University, and has been licensed for 34 years.

Syracuse Syracuse 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About James Peter McGevna at a glance

James Peter McGevna is a Partner based in Syracuse, New York, practicing at Oot & Associates, PLLC. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on workers comp and ssd. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1992). Educated at Syracuse University College of Law (JD, 1991) and Syracuse University (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Syracuse, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Peter McGevna is a lawyer practicing workers' compensation, social security disability
  • James received a degree from Syracuse University, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • James practices at Oot & Associates, PLLC in Syracuse, NY

Practice Areas Explained

James Peter McGevna's Areas of Practice

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

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

James Peter McGevna is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in New York →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

James Peter McGevna is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd 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 Syracuse 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 Peter McGevna

Where is James Peter McGevna's law office located?
James Peter McGevna's law practice is located in Syracuse, New York. The firm is Oot & Associates, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Peter McGevna handle?
James Peter McGevna focuses on workers comp, ssd. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James Peter McGevna practiced law?
James Peter McGevna has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did James Peter McGevna go to law school?
James Peter McGevna earned their education at (JD, 1991); (—).
How can I contact James Peter McGevna for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Peter McGevna received?
James Peter McGevna's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

JD
Syracuse University College of Law
- 1991
Syracuse University
- In Progress

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1992

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