Atty. James Robert Burkett

Atty. James Robert Burkett

James Robert Burkett is a lawyer practicing real estate, estate planning, estate & trust administration and 4 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Binghamton in 1988, and has been licensed for 34 years.

Glens Falls Glens Falls 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About James Robert Burkett at a glance

James Robert Burkett is a Principal based in Glens Falls, New York, practicing at Bartlett, Pontiff, Stewart & Rhodes, P.C.. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, real estate, tax, and elder law. Admitted to practice in New York (1992). Educated at Albany Law School of Union College (J.D., 1991) and State University of New York at Binghamton (B.A., 1988). Recognitions include CV Notable. Serands clients in Glens Falls, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Robert Burkett is a lawyer practicing real estate, estate planning, estate & trust administration and 4 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Binghamton in 1988, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • James practices at Bartlett, Pontiff, Stewart & Rhodes, P.C. in Glens Falls, NY

Practice Areas Explained

James Robert Burkett's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

James Robert Burkett is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in New York →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

James Robert Burkett is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in New York →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

James Robert Burkett is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in New York →

Elder Law

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

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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 Glens Falls 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 Robert Burkett

Where is James Robert Burkett's law office located?
James Robert Burkett's law practice is located in Glens Falls, New York. The firm is Bartlett, Pontiff, Stewart & Rhodes, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Robert Burkett handle?
James Robert Burkett focuses on trusts, estate planning, real estate, tax, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James Robert Burkett practiced law?
James Robert Burkett has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did James Robert Burkett go to law school?
James Robert Burkett earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1988).
How can I contact James Robert Burkett for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Robert Burkett received?
James Robert Burkett's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D.
Albany Law School of Union College
- 1991
B.A.
State University of New York at Binghamton
- 1988

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1992

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