Atty. James S. Gleason
James S. Gleason is a Partner and Chair of the firm’s Litigation practice group.
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James S. Gleason is a Partner based in Binghamton, New York, practicing at Hinman, Howard & Kattell, LLP. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on employment, litigation, health care, appellate, and internet. Admitted to practice in New York United States District Court Northern District of New York United States District Court Sou (1978). Educated at Albany Law School of Union University (J.D., 1977) and Dartmouth College (A.B., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional Memberships New York State Bar Association Broome County Bar Association American Bar Association Fellow, American College of Trial Lawyers Fellow, Litigation Counsel of America. Serands clients in Binghamton, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- James S. Gleason is a Partner and Chair of the firm’s Litigation practice group
- He also serves on HH & K’s Executive Committee
- Jim is an experienced trial attorney who has successfully represented businesses and individuals in all types of litigation including personal injuries, employment, unfair competition cases and commercial disputes
- Jim also represents hospitals and physicians in medical malpractice actions and professional disciplinary proceedings
- Jim’s practice includes complex litigation in both federal and state courts, in arbitration, and before administrative agencies including the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), and New York’s Office of Professional Medical Conduct, Office of the Professions, and Division of Human Rights
- He has also handled numerous appeals in both state and federal court
- In recognition of his skills, professionalism and civility, Jim was named/has been a fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers since 2008
- He serves on the Advisory Committee of the New York State-Federal Judicial Council, that provides input on issues of joint interest to the state and federal judiciary
- Jim is the recipient of the Broome County Bar Association’s Ted Sommer Trial Advocacy and Stephen D. Smyk Mentoring Awards
- Awards and Recognition American College of Trial Lawyers Super Lawyers: 2007-2024
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James S. Gleason's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James S. Gleason handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
James S. Gleason is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in New York →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
James S. Gleason is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in New York →
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
James S. Gleason is one of 66,735 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in New York →
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
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Internet and cyber lawyers for data breaches, online defamation, privacy law, and cybersecurity 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 Binghamton 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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