Atty. John Joseph Kelleher

Atty. John Joseph Kelleher

John Joseph Kelleher is a lawyer practicing childrens law, litigation, business law. John received a B.A. degree from Occidental College in 1964, and has been licensed for 57 years.

Ithaca Ithaca 57 yrs experience 57 year
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About John Joseph Kelleher at a glance

John Joseph Kelleher is a Member based in Ithaca, New York, practicing at John J. Kelleher. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on business and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1969), California (1973), and U.S. Supreme Court (1980). Educated at New York University (J.D., 1968) and Occidental College (B.A., 1964). Serands clients in Ithaca, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Joseph Kelleher is a lawyer practicing childrens law, litigation, business law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Occidental College in 1964, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • John practices at John J. Kelleher in Ithaca, NY

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John Joseph Kelleher's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 Ithaca 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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Where is John Joseph Kelleher's law office located?
John Joseph Kelleher's law practice is located in Ithaca, New York. The firm is John J. Kelleher. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Joseph Kelleher handle?
John Joseph Kelleher focuses on business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has John Joseph Kelleher practiced law?
John Joseph Kelleher has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did John Joseph Kelleher go to law school?
John Joseph Kelleher earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (B.A., 1964).
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Education

J.D.
New York University
- 1968
B.A.
Occidental College
- 1964

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1969
California
Admitted: 1973
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1980

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