Atty. William Neil Cloonan

Atty. William Neil Cloonan

William N. Cloonan, admitted to practice in 1974, is a graduate of Marist College and The Albany Law School.

Kingston Kingston 51 yrs experience 51 year
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About William Neil Cloonan at a glance

William Neil Cloonan is a Member based in Kingston, New York, practicing at Cook, Netter, Cloonan, Kurtz & Murphy. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on personal injury, estate planning, real estate, and insurance. Admitted to practice in New York (1975). Educated at Albany Law School (J.D., 1974) and Marist College (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Kingston, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William N. Cloonan, admitted to practice in 1974, is a graduate of Marist College and The Albany Law School
  • He served with the United States Army in Viet Nam and a recipient of the Bronze Star and the Conspicuous Service Award of the State of New York
  • He has served as the Chairman of the Insurance Division of the New York State Bar Association
  • Mr. Cloonan is a member of the Ulster County Bar Association, the Association of the Bar of the City of New York and selected as a fellow of The Federation of Defense and Insurance Counsel
  • A member of the Defense Research Institute, he has also served as lecturer for the New York State Bar Association regarding insurance, trial and ethics programs
  • He presently serves as counsel to the Kingston Water Department and assistant Ulster County Attorney
  • He has served as President of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Kingston, past Grand Marshall of the St. Patrick's Day parade and as an adjunct professor of law at the Ulster

Practice Areas Explained

William Neil Cloonan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Neil Cloonan 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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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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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 Kingston 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 William Neil Cloonan

Where is William Neil Cloonan's law office located?
William Neil Cloonan's law practice is located in Kingston, New York. The firm is Cook, Netter, Cloonan, Kurtz & Murphy. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Neil Cloonan handle?
William Neil Cloonan focuses on personal injury, estate planning, real estate, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has William Neil Cloonan practiced law?
William Neil Cloonan has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did William Neil Cloonan go to law school?
William Neil Cloonan earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1968).
How can I contact William Neil Cloonan for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William Neil Cloonan received?
William Neil Cloonan's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Albany Law School
- 1974
B.A.
Marist College
- 1968

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1975

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