Atty. James V. Kearney

Atty. James V. Kearney

James V. Kearney is a lawyer practicing litigation, advertising, antitrust and competition and 4 other areas of law.

New York New York 53 yrs experience 53 year
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About James V. Kearney at a glance

James V. Kearney is a Retired Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Latham & Watkins LLP. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on tax, class action, product liability, litigation, and environmental. Admitted to practice in New York (1973). Educated at New York University Law School (J.D., 1973) and Manhattan College (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James V. Kearney is a lawyer practicing litigation, advertising, antitrust and competition and 4 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Manhattan College in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • James practices at Latham & Watkins LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

James V. Kearney's Areas of Practice

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

Tax Law

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

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Class Action

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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Environmental Law

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 New York 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

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Where is James V. Kearney's law office located?
James V. Kearney's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Latham & Watkins LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James V. Kearney handle?
James V. Kearney focuses on tax, class action, product liability, litigation, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James V. Kearney practiced law?
James V. Kearney has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did James V. Kearney go to law school?
James V. Kearney earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1969).
How can I contact James V. Kearney for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James V. Kearney received?
James V. Kearney's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
New York University Law School
- 1973
B.A.
Manhattan College
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1973

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