Atty. John Kevin McElligott

Atty. John Kevin McElligott

John Kevin McElligott is a lawyer practicing appellate litigation, post-trial litigation, advertising. John received a A.B. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years.

New City New City 50 yrs experience 50 year
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About John Kevin McElligott at a glance

John Kevin McElligott is a litigation, appellate, and entertainment attorney based in New City, New York. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Admitted to practice in New York (1976). Educated at New York Law School, New York, New York (J.D., 1975) and University of Notre Dame (A.B., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in New City, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Kevin McElligott is a lawyer practicing appellate litigation, post-trial litigation, advertising
  • John received a A.B. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • John practices in New City, NY

Practice Areas Explained

John Kevin McElligott's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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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 New City 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 Kevin McElligott's law office located?
John Kevin McElligott's law practice is located in New City, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Kevin McElligott handle?
John Kevin McElligott focuses on litigation, appellate, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has John Kevin McElligott practiced law?
John Kevin McElligott has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did John Kevin McElligott go to law school?
John Kevin McElligott earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (A.B., 1972).
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What awards or recognition has John Kevin McElligott received?
John Kevin McElligott's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
New York Law School, New York, New York
- 1975
A.B.
University of Notre Dame
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1976

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