About

James Patrick Evans is a skilled lawyer in Syracuse, New York, specializing in commercial litigation, labor and employment law, and education law. Mr. Evans has a strong focus on commercial litigation, representing various business clients in contractual disputes, injunctive relief, constitutional due process issues, regulatory compliance, labor and employment matters, and risk management. He also assists insurance carriers with coverage and compliance concerns. Additionally, Mr. Evans offers litigation support to utility clients on regulatory issues related to the New York Public Service Law, the regulations of the New York Public Service Commission, and Utility Tariffs. In the field of education law, Mr. Evans has represented numerous educational institutions on issues involving disabled students, student discipline, constitutional law, labor and employment issues, regulatory compliance, collective bargaining, labor arbitration, and construction litigation. His diverse experience also encompasses insurance coverage and defense litigation, municipal law, and civil rights litigation. Outside of his legal practice, Mr. Evans serves as an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Education at Le Moyne College, where he teaches Master's level courses in education law, human resources, and collective bargaining. With his extensive experience and expertise in various areas of law, James Patrick Evans is a trusted legal professional in Syracuse, New York.

Legal Issues

Education Law

Employment Law

Employee Benefits, Employment Contracts, Employment Discrimination, ERISA, Overtime & Unpaid Wages, Sexual Harassment, Whistleblower, Wrongful Termination

Insurance Claims

Bad Faith Insurance, Business Insurance, Disability Insurance, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Motor Vehicle Insurance, Property Insurance

• Commercial Litigatoin
• Insurance Bad Faith

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No Certifications

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Accepted Jurisdictions

Experience

• Partner
  Evans Law Office
  2004
• Partner
  O Hara & O Connell
  1995
• Lawyer
  Dickenson Wright
  1991

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