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Atty. Kimberly E. Kenealy, Esq.

Atty. Kimberly E. Kenealy, Esq.

Ms. Kenealy is a partner emeritus of the firm and is now Of Counsel.Her areas of practice include complex litigation in the defense of medical, hospital and dental malpractice.

Albany Albany 29 yrs experience 29 year
Call (518) 971-8511 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Kimberly E. Kenealy, Esq. at a glance

Kimberly E. Kenealy, Esq. is an Of Counsel based in Albany, New York, practforg at Napierski, VanDenburgh, Napierski & O'Connor, LLP.. They haand 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Admitted to practice in U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York (1997), New York (1997), Massachusetts (1997), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (2011). Educated at Western New England School of Law (J.D., 1996) and College of Saint Rose (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Albany, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Ms. Kenealy is a partner emeritus of the firm and is now Of Counsel.Her areas of practice include complex litigation in the defense of medical, hospital and dental malpractice
  • Ms. Kenealy also defends labor law, construction, premises liability, motor vehicle and general liability cases.Kim also handles personal injury litigation representing individuals who have been injured as a result of motor vehicle accidents, slip and fall accidents, construction accidents and animal attacks
  • In addition to her insurance defense and personal injury practice, Kim also practices in the area of Real Estate transactions, assisting people with buying or selling residential or commercial real estate as well as related real estate litigation
  • Kim is admitted to practice law in the State of New York and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
  • She is admitted to practice in State and Federal Courts including the U.S
  • District Court for the Northern District of New York and the Second Circuit Court of Appeals
  • Kim has earned a Martindale-Hubbell peer review rating of BV Distinguished, indicating high to very high legal ability and very high ethical standards
  • Before becoming a lawyer, Kim earned a bachelorโ€™s degree in history/political science, and worked for several years as an educator
  • She later obtained a paralegal degree and worked side by side with attorneys in private practice
  • Her knowledge and experience gives her a unique understanding of the complex challenges facing her clients
  • She carries that knowledge and experience in advocating for her clients, recognizing the importance of communication and collaboration in obtaining successful results
  • Kim is a member of the Albany County, Schenectady County, New York State, American and Capital District Womenโ€™s Bar Associations as well as numerous other professional organizations

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

Practforg law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Albany 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 substantiand 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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Where is Kimberly E. Kenealy, Esq.'s law office located?
Kimberly E. Kenealy, Esq.'s law practice is located in Albany, New York. The firm is Napierski, VanDenburgh, Napierski & O'Connor, LLP.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Kimberly E. Kenealy, Esq. practiced law?
Kimberly E. Kenealy, Esq. has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Kimberly E. Kenealy, Esq. go to law school?
Kimberly E. Kenealy, Esq. earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Kimberly E. Kenealy, Esq. for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Kimberly E. Kenealy, Esq. receiandd?
Kimberly E. Kenealy, Esq.'s notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Western New England School of Law
- 1996
B.A.
College of Saint Rose
- 1980

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York
Admitted: 1997
New York
Admitted: 1997
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1997
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 2011

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