Atty. Stephen Lester Jones

Atty. Stephen Lester Jones

Stephen Lester Jones is a lawyer practicing labor and employment. Stephen received a B.A. degree from St.

Rochester Rochester 50 yrs experience 50 year
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About Stephen Lester Jones at a glance

Stephen Lester Jones is a Partner based in Rochester, New York, practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on employment. Admitted to practice in California (1976), New York (2001), and U.S. District Court, Western District of New York (2001). Educated at Syracuse University (J.D., 2000) and St. John Fisher College (B.A., 1996). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association. Serands clients in Rochester, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Stephen Lester Jones is a lawyer practicing labor and employment
  • Stephen received a B.A. degree from St. John Fisher College in 1996, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Stephen practices at Nixon Peabody LLP in Rochester, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Lester Jones's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen Lester Jones handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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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 Stephen Lester Jones

Where is Stephen Lester Jones's law office located?
Stephen Lester Jones's law practice is located in Rochester, New York. The firm is Nixon Peabody LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Lester Jones handle?
Stephen Lester Jones focuses on employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Stephen Lester Jones practiced law?
Stephen Lester Jones has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Stephen Lester Jones go to law school?
Stephen Lester Jones earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (B.A., 1996).
How can I contact Stephen Lester Jones for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Stephen Lester Jones received?
Stephen Lester Jones's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Syracuse University
- 2000
B.A.
St. John Fisher College
- 1996

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1976
New York
Admitted: 2001
U.S. District Court, Western District of New York
Admitted: 2001

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