Atty. Scott J. J. Learned

Atty. Scott J. J. Learned

Professional Memberships NY State Bar Association Chemung County Bar Association SCOTT J. LEARNED Scott J.

Elmira Elmira 45 yrs experience 45 year
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About Scott J. J. Learned at a glance

Scott J. J. Learned is a Special Counsel based in Elmira, New York, practicing at Hinman, Howard & Kattell, LLP. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on personal injury, workers comp, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York United States District Court, Northern District of New York United States District Court, W (1981). Educated at University of Pittsburgh School of law (J.D., 1980) and Allegheny College (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of NY State Bar Association Chemung County Bar Association. Serands clients in Elmira, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Professional Memberships NY State Bar Association Chemung County Bar Association SCOTT J. LEARNED Scott J. Learned is Special Counsel with Hinman, Howard & Kattell’s Elmira, NY office
  • He has practiced personal injury and workers’ compensation law in Elmira for 40 years
  • His litigation experience includes construction site injuries, products liability, and serious motor vehicle accidents, as well as representing many Workers Compensation and Social Security Disability claimants
  • Scott’s focus has always been on the ability to successfully represent injured workers in all aspects of their claims
  • He has served on the boards of The Southern Tier Association for the Visually Impaired, The Elmira Corps of the Salvation Army, The Southern Tier Chapter of the American Red Cross and Legal Assistance of Western New York, Inc. He remains committed to securing the rights of the injured and disabled

Practice Areas Explained

Scott J. J. Learned's Areas of Practice

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

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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Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Civil Litigation

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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 Elmira 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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Common questions about Scott J. J. Learned

Where is Scott J. J. Learned's law office located?
Scott J. J. Learned's law practice is located in Elmira, New York. The firm is Hinman, Howard & Kattell, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott J. J. Learned handle?
Scott J. J. Learned focuses on personal injury, workers comp, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Scott J. J. Learned practiced law?
Scott J. J. Learned has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Scott J. J. Learned go to law school?
Scott J. J. Learned earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Scott J. J. Learned for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Scott J. J. Learned received?
Scott J. J. Learned's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Pittsburgh School of law
- 1980
B.A.
Allegheny College
- 1975

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New York United States District Court, Northern District of New York United States District Court, W
Admitted: 1981

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