Atty. John Samuel Edwards

Atty. John Samuel Edwards

John Samuel Edwards is a lawyer practicing criminal law, commercial litigation, municipal law and 1 other area of law. John received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Oneonta in 1974, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Upper Nyack Upper Nyack 47 yrs experience 47 year
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About John Samuel Edwards at a glance

John Samuel Edwards is a Member based in Upper Nyack, New York, practicing at Law Office of John S. Edwards. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in New York (1979), U.S. District Court, Eastern and Southern Districts (1979), U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1986), and U.S. Supreme Court (1992). Educated at Union University, Albany Law School (J.D., 1978) and State University of New York at Oneonta (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Rockland County and New York State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Upper Nyack, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Samuel Edwards is a lawyer practicing criminal law, commercial litigation, municipal law and 1 other area of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Oneonta in 1974, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • John practices at Law Office of John S. Edwards in Upper Nyack, NY

Practice Areas Explained

John Samuel Edwards's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

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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 Upper Nyack 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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Common questions about John Samuel Edwards

Where is John Samuel Edwards's law office located?
John Samuel Edwards's law practice is located in Upper Nyack, New York. The firm is Law Office of John S. Edwards. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Samuel Edwards handle?
John Samuel Edwards focuses on criminal defense, business, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has John Samuel Edwards practiced law?
John Samuel Edwards has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did John Samuel Edwards go to law school?
John Samuel Edwards earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact John Samuel Edwards for a consultation?
You can contact John Samuel Edwards 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 Samuel Edwards received?
John Samuel Edwards's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Union University, Albany Law School
- 1978
B.A.
State University of New York at Oneonta
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Eastern and Southern Districts
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1992

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