Atty. James Philip Kay

Atty. James Philip Kay

James Philip Kay is a lawyer practicing civil practice, products liability, aviation and 2 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of British Columbia, Canada in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years.

Smithtown Smithtown 48 yrs experience 48 year
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About James Philip Kay at a glance

James Philip Kay is a personal injury, product liability, litigation, health care, and aviation attorney based in Smithtown, New York. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Admitted to practice in British Columbia (1978), Ontario (1983), California (1986), and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1986). Educated at McGill University, (LL.M. University, 1981) and University of British Columbia, Canada (B.A., 1974). Serands clients in Smithtown, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Philip Kay is a lawyer practicing civil practice, products liability, aviation and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of British Columbia, Canada in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • James practices in Smithtown, NY

Practice Areas Explained

James Philip Kay's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

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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 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 Smithtown 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 Philip Kay

Where is James Philip Kay's law office located?
James Philip Kay's law practice is located in Smithtown, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Philip Kay handle?
James Philip Kay focuses on personal injury, product liability, litigation, health care, aviation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James Philip Kay practiced law?
James Philip Kay has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did James Philip Kay go to law school?
James Philip Kay earned their education at (LL.M. University, 1981); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact James Philip Kay for a consultation?
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Education

LL.M. University
McGill University,
- 1981
B.A.
University of British Columbia, Canada
- 1974

Bar Admissions

British Columbia
Admitted: 1978
Ontario
Admitted: 1983
California
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1986
Texas
Admitted: 1997
New York
Admitted: 1998

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