Atty. James Walker Smith
James Walker Smith is a lawyer practicing communications & media, toxic torts, medical malpractice and 1 other area of law. James received a B.A. degree from Fordham University in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years.
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James Walker Smith is a Partner based in Syracuse, New York, practicing at Wolff, Goodrich & Goldman. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, litigation, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in New York (1983), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1983), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1983), and New Jersey (1984). Educated at Fordham University (J.D., 1982) and Fordham University (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Association of the Bar of the City of New York. Serves clients in Syracuse, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James Walker Smith is a lawyer practicing communications & media, toxic torts, medical malpractice and 1 other area of law
- James received a B.A. degree from Fordham University in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years
- James practices at Wolff, Goodrich & Goldman in Syracuse, NY
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Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
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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.
James Walker Smith is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in New York →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.
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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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