Atty. James William Shaughnessy

Atty. James William Shaughnessy

James William Shaughnessy is a lawyer practicing secured transactions, venture lending and investment, equipment leasing. James received a B.A. degree from Trinity College in 1989, and has been licensed for 32 years.

Danbury Danbury 32 yrs experience 32 year
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About James William Shaughnessy at a glance

James William Shaughnessy is an attorney based in Danbury, Connecticut. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1994). Educated at University of Connecticut School of Law (J.D., 1994) and Trinity College (B.A., 1989). Active member of Hartford County and Connecticut Bar Associations. Serands clients in Danbury, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James William Shaughnessy is a lawyer practicing secured transactions, venture lending and investment, equipment leasing
  • James received a B.A. degree from Trinity College in 1989, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • James practices in Danbury, CT

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Why local counsel matters in Connecticut

Practicing law in Connecticut. Legal matters in Connecticut are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Danbury are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Connecticut state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Connecticut 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 Connecticut courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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James William Shaughnessy's law practice is located in Danbury, Connecticut. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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James William Shaughnessy has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
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James William Shaughnessy earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.A., 1989).
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Education

J.D.
University of Connecticut School of Law
- 1994
B.A.
Trinity College
- 1989

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1994

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