Atty. John Kieran Powers

Atty. John Kieran Powers

John Kieran Powers is a lawyer practicing hospital malpractice, medical malpractice, serious or catastrophic personal injury and 5 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years.

Albany Albany 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About John Kieran Powers at a glance

John Kieran Powers is a Senior Partner based in Albany, New York, practicing at Powers & Santola, LLP. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, slip & fall, and product liability. Admitted to practice in New York U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern, Eastern and Western Districts of New York U.S. Dis (1973). Educated at Albany Law School of Union University (J.D., 1972) and University of Notre Dame (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers. Serands clients in Albany, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Kieran Powers is a lawyer practicing hospital malpractice, medical malpractice, serious or catastrophic personal injury and 5 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • John practices at Powers & Santola, LLP in Albany, NY

Practice Areas Explained

John Kieran Powers's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Wrongful Death

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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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Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

John Kieran Powers is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in New York →

Product Liability

John Kieran Powers is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in New York →

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 Kieran Powers

Where is John Kieran Powers's law office located?
John Kieran Powers's law practice is located in Albany, New York. The firm is Powers & Santola, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Kieran Powers handle?
John Kieran Powers focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, slip & fall, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has John Kieran Powers practiced law?
John Kieran Powers has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did John Kieran Powers go to law school?
John Kieran Powers earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.A., 1969).
How can I contact John Kieran Powers for a consultation?
You can contact John Kieran Powers directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has John Kieran Powers received?
John Kieran Powers's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Albany Law School of Union University
- 1972
B.A.
University of Notre Dame
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern, Eastern and Western Districts of New York U.S. Dis
Admitted: 1973

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