Atty. James Stern
James Stern is a lawyer practicing family law, criminal law, civil rights and 1 other area of law. James received a B.S. degree from Bates College, in 1988, and has been licensed for 32 years.
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James Stern is a Principal based in Syracuse, New York, practicing at James E. Stern. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in New York (1994) and Colorado (2005). Educated at syracuse Law School (J.D., 1993) and Bates College, (B.S., 1988). Serves clients in Syracuse, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James Stern is a lawyer practicing family law, criminal law, civil rights and 1 other area of law
- James received a B.S. degree from Bates College, in 1988, and has been licensed for 32 years
- James practices at James E. Stern in Syracuse, NY
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Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
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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 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.
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