Atty. Joseph J. Kearney
Joseph J. Kearney is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, criminal law, estate planning and 1 other area of law.
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Joseph J. Kearney is a criminal defense, estate planning, litigation, and civil rights attorney based in New Castle, Pennsylvania. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1978). Educated at Syracuse University (J.D., 1977) and Syracuse University (A.B., 1974). Recognitions include CV Notable. Serands clients in New Castle, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Joseph J. Kearney is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, criminal law, estate planning and 1 other area of law
- Joseph received a A.B. degree from Syracuse University in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years
- Joseph practices in New Castle, PA
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Joseph J. Kearney's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joseph J. Kearney handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Joseph J. Kearney is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Pennsylvania →
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Joseph J. Kearney is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Joseph J. Kearney is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
Joseph J. Kearney is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Pennsylvania →
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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 New Castle 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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