Atty. John M. Whelden

Atty. John M. Whelden

John M. Whelden is a lawyer.

Albany Albany 38 yrs experience 38 year
Call (518) 738-6122 Book Appointment

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About John M. Whelden at a glance

John M. Whelden is an Albany Co. Pub. Defender based in Albany, New York. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1988), New York (1989), and U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. District Court, Northern District of New Yor (1989). Educated at Albany Law School of Union University (J.D., 1988) and Boston College (M.A. College, 1982). Serands clients in Albany, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John M. Whelden is a lawyer
  • John received a M.A. degree from Boston College in 1982, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • John practices in Albany, NY

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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John M. Whelden's law practice is located in Albany, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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John M. Whelden has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
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John M. Whelden earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (M.A. College, 1982).
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Education

J.D.
Albany Law School of Union University
- 1988
M.A. College
Boston College
- 1982

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1988
New York
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. District Court, Northern District of New Yor
Admitted: 1989

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