Atty. John Joseph McAlary

Atty. John Joseph McAlary

John Joseph McAlary is a lawyer practicing general litigation, insurance defense litigation, municipal liability law and 2 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from State University of New York College at Oneonta in 1986, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Albany Albany 35 yrs experience 35 year
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About John Joseph McAlary at a glance

John Joseph McAlary is a NY Board Of Law Examiners based in Albany, New York. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on personal injury, litigation, civil rights, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1991), New York (1992), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York (1992). Educated at Albany Law School of Union University (J.D., 1991) and State University of New York College at Oneonta (B.A., 1986). Serands clients in Albany, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Joseph McAlary is a lawyer practicing general litigation, insurance defense litigation, municipal liability law and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from State University of New York College at Oneonta in 1986, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • John practices in Albany, NY

Practice Areas Explained

John Joseph McAlary's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Joseph McAlary 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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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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Insurance 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 Albany 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 Joseph McAlary

Where is John Joseph McAlary's law office located?
John Joseph McAlary's law practice is located in Albany, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Joseph McAlary handle?
John Joseph McAlary focuses on personal injury, litigation, civil rights, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has John Joseph McAlary practiced law?
John Joseph McAlary has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did John Joseph McAlary go to law school?
John Joseph McAlary earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1986).
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Education

J.D.
Albany Law School of Union University
- 1991
B.A.
State University of New York College at Oneonta
- 1986

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1991
New York
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York
Admitted: 1992

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