Atty. Patrick J. Burke

Atty. Patrick J. Burke

Patrick J. Burke is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, personal injury, automobile accidents and 19 other areas of law.

Rochester Rochester 46 yrs experience 46 year
Call (518) 971-8589 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Patrick J. Burke at a glance

Patrick J. Burke is a Partner based in Rochester, New York, practicing at Burke & Burke. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on car accidents, dui/dwi, drug crimes, wrongful death, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in New York (1980). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1980) and University of Notre Dame (B.A. Government, 1975). Serands clients in Rochester, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Patrick J. Burke is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, personal injury, automobile accidents and 19 other areas of law
  • Patrick received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1975, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Patrick practices at Burke & Burke in Rochester, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Patrick J. Burke's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick J. Burke handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

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DUI / DWI Defense

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Drug Crimes

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Wrongful Death

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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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 Rochester 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 Patrick J. Burke

Where is Patrick J. Burke's law office located?
Patrick J. Burke's law practice is located in Rochester, New York. The firm is Burke & Burke. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Patrick J. Burke handle?
Patrick J. Burke focuses on car accidents, dui/dwi, drug crimes, wrongful death, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Patrick J. Burke practiced law?
Patrick J. Burke has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Patrick J. Burke go to law school?
Patrick J. Burke earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A. Government, 1975).
How can I contact Patrick J. Burke for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1980
B.A. Government
University of Notre Dame
- 1975

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1980

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