Atty. James William Gresens

Atty. James William Gresens

James William Gresens is a lawyer practicing advertising, appeals, arbitration and 5 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Buffalo, and has been licensed for 52 years.

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Profile Summary

About James William Gresens at a glance

James William Gresens is a Senior Partner based in Buffalo, New York, practicing at Duke, Holzman,Photiadis & Gresens LLP. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on business, construction, litigation, adr, and appellate. Admitted to practice in New York (1974), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1974), U.S. District Court, Western District of New York and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1975), and U.S. Supreme Court (1977). Educated at State University of New York at Buffalo Law School J.D. magna cum laude (—) and State University of New York at Buffalo B.A. magna cum laude (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Erie County, New York State and Bar Associations Erie County Trial Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Buffalo, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James William Gresens is a lawyer practicing advertising, appeals, arbitration and 5 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Buffalo, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • James practices at Duke, Holzman,Photiadis & Gresens LLP in Buffalo, NY

Practice Areas Explained

James William Gresens's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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Construction Law

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Civil Litigation

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

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Appellate Practice

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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 Buffalo 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James William Gresens

Where is James William Gresens's law office located?
James William Gresens's law practice is located in Buffalo, New York. The firm is Duke, Holzman,Photiadis & Gresens LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James William Gresens handle?
James William Gresens focuses on business, construction, litigation, adr, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James William Gresens practiced law?
James William Gresens has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did James William Gresens go to law school?
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What awards or recognition has James William Gresens received?
James William Gresens's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

State University of New York at Buffalo Law School J.D. magna cum laude
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State University of New York at Buffalo B.A. magna cum laude
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, Western District of New York and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
Admitted: 2006

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