Atty. Kenneth Jay Fishman

Atty. Kenneth Jay Fishman

Kenneth Jay Fishman is a lawyer practicing litigation (criminal defense and civil), appellate practice (criminal and civil). Kenneth received a B.S. degree from Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania in 1972, and has been licensed for 49 years.

Cohasset Cohasset 49 yrs experience 49 year
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About Kenneth Jay Fishman at a glance

Kenneth Jay Fishman is an Assoc. Supr. Jus. based in Cohasset, Massachusetts. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and appellate. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1977), U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1977), U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third and Fourth Circuits (1980), and U.S. Tax Court and U.S. Court of Military Appeals (1981). Educated at Suffolk University (J.D., 1976) and Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania (B.S. Economics, 1972). Serands clients in Cohasset, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Kenneth Jay Fishman is a lawyer practicing litigation (criminal defense and civil), appellate practice (criminal and civil)
  • Kenneth received a B.S. degree from Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania in 1972, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Kenneth practices in Cohasset, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Kenneth Jay Fishman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Kenneth Jay Fishman 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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Appellate Practice

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Kenneth Jay Fishman

Where is Kenneth Jay Fishman's law office located?
Kenneth Jay Fishman's law practice is located in Cohasset, Massachusetts. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Kenneth Jay Fishman handle?
Kenneth Jay Fishman focuses on criminal defense, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Kenneth Jay Fishman practiced law?
Kenneth Jay Fishman has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Kenneth Jay Fishman go to law school?
Kenneth Jay Fishman earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.S. Economics, 1972).
How can I contact Kenneth Jay Fishman for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Suffolk University
- 1976
B.S. Economics
Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania
- 1972

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third and Fourth Circuits
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Tax Court and U.S. Court of Military Appeals
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth, Eighth and Tenth Circuits
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 1991
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1993

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