Atty. Paul John Hernon

Atty. Paul John Hernon

Paul John Hernon is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, criminal prosecution. Paul received a B.A. degree from St.

Utica Utica 40 yrs experience 40 year
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About Paul John Hernon at a glance

Paul John Hernon is a Dist. Atty. Off., Oneida Co. based in Utica, New York. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in New York (1986). Educated at Pace University School of Law (J.D., 1985) and St. Bonaventure University (B.A., 1977). Serands clients in Utica, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Paul John Hernon is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, criminal prosecution
  • Paul received a B.A. degree from St. Bonaventure University in 1977, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Paul practices in Utica, NY

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Paul John Hernon's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Paul John Hernon handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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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 Utica 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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Where is Paul John Hernon's law office located?
Paul John Hernon's law practice is located in Utica, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul John Hernon handle?
Paul John Hernon focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Paul John Hernon practiced law?
Paul John Hernon has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Paul John Hernon go to law school?
Paul John Hernon earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1977).
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Education

J.D.
Pace University School of Law
- 1985
B.A.
St. Bonaventure University
- 1977

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1986

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