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Joan E. Burnes is a litigation attorney based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1998). Educated at Temple University School of Law (J.D., 1998) and Syracuse University (B.A., 1993). Serves clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Joan E. Burnes is a lawyer practicing litigation
- Joan received a B.A. degree from Syracuse University in 1993, and has been licensed for 28 years
- Joan practices in Philadelphia, PA
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Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania
Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Philadelphia are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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