Atty. John Henry Van Wert

Atty. John Henry Van Wert

John Henry Van Wert is a lawyer practicing matrimonial, personal injury, elder law and 2 other areas of law. John received a B.S. degree from Elmira College in 1982, and has been licensed for 34 years.

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About John Henry Van Wert at a glance

John Henry Van Wert is a personal injury, family law, and elder law attorney based in Elmira, New York. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Admitted to practice in New York (1992). Educated at University of Dayton (J.D., 1991) and Elmira College (B.S., 1982). Serands clients in Elmira, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Henry Van Wert is a lawyer practicing matrimonial, personal injury, elder law and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from Elmira College in 1982, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • John practices in Elmira, NY

Practice Areas Explained

John Henry Van Wert's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

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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 Elmira 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 Henry Van Wert

Where is John Henry Van Wert's law office located?
John Henry Van Wert's law practice is located in Elmira, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Henry Van Wert handle?
John Henry Van Wert focuses on personal injury, family law, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has John Henry Van Wert practiced law?
John Henry Van Wert has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did John Henry Van Wert go to law school?
John Henry Van Wert earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.S., 1982).
How can I contact John Henry Van Wert for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Dayton
- 1991
B.S.
Elmira College
- 1982

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1992

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