Atty. John Michael Shields
John Michael Shields is a lawyer practicing litigation, criminal law, criminal defense. John received a M.B.A. degree from Fordham University in 1993, and has been licensed for 32 years.
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John Michael Shields is an Associate based in Smithtown, New York, practicing at Devitt Spellman Barrett, L.L.P., L.L.P.. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1994). Educated at Fordham University (M.B.A. Hamilton, 1993). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serves clients in Smithtown, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- John Michael Shields is a lawyer practicing litigation, criminal law, criminal defense
- John received a M.B.A. degree from Fordham University in 1993, and has been licensed for 32 years
- John practices at Devitt Spellman Barrett, L.L.P., L.L.P. in Smithtown, NY
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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 Smithtown 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 venue, 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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