Atty. John Edward Kennedy

Atty. John Edward Kennedy

John Edward Kennedy is a lawyer practicing taxation, federal criminal law, elder law. John received a B.A. degree from Iona College in 1966, and has been licensed for 34 years.

Peekskill Peekskill 34 yrs experience 34 year
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About John Edward Kennedy at a glance

John Edward Kennedy is a Member based in Peekskill, New York, practicing at John E. Kennedy Esq.. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, tax, federal crimes, and elder law. Admitted to practice in New York (1992) and Connecticut (1992). Educated at Pace University (J.D., 1991) and Iona College (B.A. New, 1966). Active member of New York State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Peekskill, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Edward Kennedy is a lawyer practicing taxation, federal criminal law, elder law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Iona College in 1966, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • John practices at John E. Kennedy Esq. in Peekskill, NY

Practice Areas Explained

John Edward Kennedy's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Edward Kennedy handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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Tax Law

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Federal Crimes

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Elder Law

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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 Peekskill 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 andnue, 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 John Edward Kennedy

Where is John Edward Kennedy's law office located?
John Edward Kennedy's law practice is located in Peekskill, New York. The firm is John E. Kennedy Esq.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Edward Kennedy handle?
John Edward Kennedy focuses on criminal defense, tax, federal crimes, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has John Edward Kennedy practiced law?
John Edward Kennedy has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did John Edward Kennedy go to law school?
John Edward Kennedy earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A. New, 1966).
How can I contact John Edward Kennedy for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Pace University
- 1991
B.A. New
Iona College
- 1966

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1992
Connecticut
Admitted: 1992

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