Atty. Kenneth Jay Balkan

Atty. Kenneth Jay Balkan

Kenneth Jay Balkan is a lawyer practicing ethics / professional responsibility, mediation, arbitration and 3 other areas of law. Kenneth received a B.A. degree from Fairleigh Dickinson University in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years.

Melville Melville 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About Kenneth Jay Balkan at a glance

Kenneth Jay Balkan is a Counsel based in Melville, New York, practicing at L'Abbate, Balkan, Colavita & Contini, L.L.P.. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on insurance and adr. Admitted to practice in New York (1973), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1974), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1974), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1975). Educated at St. John's University (J.D., 1972) and Fairleigh Dickinson University (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Melville, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Kenneth Jay Balkan is a lawyer practicing ethics / professional responsibility, mediation, arbitration and 3 other areas of law
  • Kenneth received a B.A. degree from Fairleigh Dickinson University in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Kenneth practices at L'Abbate, Balkan, Colavita & Contini, L.L.P. in Melville, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Kenneth Jay Balkan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Kenneth Jay Balkan handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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Mediation & Arbitration

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

Kenneth Jay Balkan is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in New York →

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 Melville 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Kenneth Jay Balkan

Where is Kenneth Jay Balkan's law office located?
Kenneth Jay Balkan's law practice is located in Melville, New York. The firm is L'Abbate, Balkan, Colavita & Contini, L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Kenneth Jay Balkan handle?
Kenneth Jay Balkan focuses on insurance, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Kenneth Jay Balkan practiced law?
Kenneth Jay Balkan has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Kenneth Jay Balkan go to law school?
Kenneth Jay Balkan earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.A., 1969).
How can I contact Kenneth Jay Balkan for a consultation?
You can contact Kenneth Jay Balkan 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 Kenneth Jay Balkan received?
Kenneth Jay Balkan's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
St. John's University
- 1972
B.A.
Fairleigh Dickinson University
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1978

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