Atty. John A. Ward
John A. Ward is a lawyer practicing real estate, estate planning, wills and 1 other area of law.
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John A. Ward is a Retired Partner based in Groton, New York, practicing at Ward & Murphy. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on wills, estate planning, real estate, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in New York (1973), California (1973), and Idaho (1973). Educated at California Western School of Law (J.D., 1973) and Syracuse University (B.S., 1963). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Brooklyn and New York State Bar Associations. Serves clients in Groton, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- John A. Ward is a lawyer practicing real estate, estate planning, wills and 1 other area of law
- John A. received a B.S. degree from Syracuse University in 1963, and has been licensed for 53 years
- John A. practices at Ward & Murphy in Groton, NY
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John A. Ward is one of 32,113 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in New York →
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
John A. Ward is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in New York →
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
John A. Ward is one of 95,723 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in New York →
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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 Groton 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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