Atty. John S. Kennedy

Atty. John S. Kennedy

John S. Kennedy is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, arbitration, civil practice and 3 other areas of law.

York York 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About John S. Kennedy at a glance

John S. Kennedy is a Judge based in York, Pennsylvania. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1983) and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania (1983). Educated at University of Pittsburgh (J.D., 1983) and Eastern Kentucky University (B.S. Harrisburg, 1980). Serands clients in York, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John S. Kennedy is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, arbitration, civil practice and 3 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from Eastern Kentucky University in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • John practices in York, PA

Practice Areas Explained

John S. Kennedy's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Civil Litigation

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

John S. Kennedy is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

John S. Kennedy is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John S. Kennedy

Where is John S. Kennedy's law office located?
John S. Kennedy's law practice is located in York, Pennsylvania. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John S. Kennedy handle?
John S. Kennedy focuses on criminal defense, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has John S. Kennedy practiced law?
John S. Kennedy has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did John S. Kennedy go to law school?
John S. Kennedy earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.S. Harrisburg, 1980).
How can I contact John S. Kennedy for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Pittsburgh
- 1983
B.S. Harrisburg
Eastern Kentucky University
- 1980

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1983

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