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Terry J. Kirwan, Jr.

4.7
42 reviews

250 S. Clinton Street, Suite 530, Syracuse, NY 13206

Business Organization, Estate Planning, Civil Litigation and 8 more

About Terry J. Kirwan, Jr.

Terry J. Kirwan, Jr. practices at Kirwan Law Firm, PC

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Champion Badge Platinum

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Terry J. Kirwan, Jr. got this award in 2021

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Terry J. Kirwan, Jr. got this award in 2021

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4.7
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4.6
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4.8
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4 stars
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What do people say on Lawyers.com?
Communication
4.5
Quality of Service
4.7
Responsiveness
4.6
Value for Money
4.6
Litigation
Posted by anonymous
December 14, 2021
Hired Attorney

We had an excellent outcome. The case took a long time, but he persevered. Difficult but he was reassuring.

Litigation
Posted by Mary Reagan
August 09, 2021
Hired Attorney

He was very responsive and always listened to my concerns. Explained things clearly and with knowledge.

Business Formation
Posted by Mark
August 09, 2021
Hired Attorney

Terry was great to work with when we acquired. a business. Terry 's expertise and knowledge help guide us through the process. I would highly recommend Terry and would use his services again.

Litigation
Posted by Carol
August 09, 2021
Hired Attorney

I've had a serious injury due to a fall and I had no idea who to call. I called a friend of mine who practices law in another field and he recommended TERRY Kerwin. I was extremely pleased with the professionalism and the way TERRY helped us through this case -all with a positive outcome! The process was long and difficult at times but Terry walked us through each aspect of it and was always helpful and responsive in a timely manner to my questions. I highly recommend TERRY Kerwin's law firm to anyone in need.!

 
Labor and Employment
Posted by Sara
August 09, 2021
Hired Attorney

Terry came highly recommended from an attorney friend of mine. I had a worker’s compensation situation and an insurance issue at a later date. I was very overwhelmed with both. Terry was very reassuring and confident that both cases could be resolved. He was right. I felt valued as a client and a person. He was direct and honest. I didn’t once feel like he was condescending or bothered by my questions. He offered quality legal service at a fair and reasonable price. Highly recommend.

 
Guardianship and Conservatorship
Posted by Kimberly
August 09, 2021
Hired Attorney

The situation I was faced with was very sensitive and involved needing to obtain guardianship of my mother. Terry was the professional guide I needed, but also treated everyone in my family that was involved with the utmost respect and compassion. He was so serious during the process, but then at times when he saw I needed it most checked to see “are you doing ok”. He was spot on from day one when he explained what could/would happen to where it finally came to resolution. Now, almost three years later my mom is safe, healthy, and happy. I could never have reached this point without Terry’s commitment to excellence for his role. I would be happy to speak to anyone directly looking for know more about our family’s experience.

 
Civil Litigation
Posted by anonymous
October 13, 2018
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Civil Litigation
Posted by anonymous
October 02, 2018
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Corporate Law
Posted by anonymous
January 03, 2017
Hired Attorney

Intelligent, composed,results oriented

Civil Litigation
Posted by anonymous
December 14, 2021
Hired Attorney

Very difficult case. Involved family and highly emotional at times. He stayed the course. In the end, we had the desired outcome.

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Areas of Law

  • Trusts and Estates 1
    • Estate Planning
  • Litigation 1
    • Civil Litigation
  • Labor and Employment
  • Business Law 1
    • Business Formation
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Commercial Law
  • Personal Injury
  • Real Estate
  • Other 2
    • Business Organization
    • Tax Certiorari

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1991, New York
    1991, U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York
    2002, U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
    Memberships
    Onondaga County and New York State Bar Associations.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Albany Law School
    Class of 1990
    J.D.
    Other Education
    Syracuse University
    Class of 1987
    B.A.
    cum laude

    Temple University Beasley School of Law
    Class of 2021
    LL.M.
    Trial Advocacy - Master of Laws
  • Personal Details & History
    Age
    Born in 1963
    Auburn, New York, December 24, 1963

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  • Is this attorney admitted to practice in any U.S. Federal Courts?
    Terry J. Kirwan, Jr. is admitted to practice before the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit and United States District Court for the Northern District of New York.
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    Yes, Terry J. Kirwan, Jr. has a 4.8 Peer Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
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    Yes, Terry J. Kirwan, Jr. has a 4.6 Client Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
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    Kirwan Law Firm, PC has 2 attorneys at this location.
  • What law school did this attorney attend?
    Terry J. Kirwan, Jr. attended Albany Law School.

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