Basic Profile Info
- Name: James Murtha
- Experience: 17 years of experience
- Practice Summary: Appeals & Appellate, Business Law
- Jurisdictions: New York
- Website: https://www.longislandevictions.com
Education
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Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University
J.D. (2003) (2000 - 2003)
Associations
- Suffolk County Bar Association: Member (2008 - Current)
- Nassau County Bar Association: Member (2008 - Current)
- New York State Bar Association: Member (2008 - Current)
Jurisdictions
- New York (Since 2008)
Practice Areas
- Appeals & Appellate: Civil Appeals, Federal Appeals
- Business Law: Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
Contact Info
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Biography
With over twenty-five years of experience in the consumer credit industry, James D. Murtha has held pivotal roles in prominent debt-collection firms across the nation. A seasoned professional in matters concerning FDCPA, FCRA, and HIPAA, Mr. Murtha has authored and lectured on these topics while effectively representing consumers' rights in litigation. Apart from his dedication to consumer advocacy, Mr. Murtha is a vocal proponent of Constitutional issues, particularly the right to bear arms, which he has vigorously defended in legal proceedings. Operating in both New York state courts and federal courts, Mr. Murtha concentrates on consumer defense litigation, safeguarding individuals from the unjust tactics of debt collectors, creditors, car dealerships, banks, student loan providers, and other commercial entities. He specializes in initiating special proceedings in New York State Supreme Court and engaging in Second Amendment litigation to uphold the rights of law-abiding citizens to possess firearms, challenging both civil and criminal allegations arising from legal gun ownership and usage, as well as representing licensed firearms dealers in civil liability disputes. Alongside his role as a Managing Member at MURTHA & MURTHA, PLLC, Mr. Murtha actively imparts knowledge through consumer debt classes and public education initiatives in collaboration with the Suffolk County public library system. James D. Murtha is licensed to practice law in all New York state courts and the United States District Court for the Eastern and Southern Districts of New York.