James VanDette has extensive experience handling a variety of litigation matters, including automobile accidents, construction accidents, premises liability, civil rights, and wrongful death matters.
Education
- St. John's University School of Law
- J.D. - 2007
- Honors: With Honors
- State University of New York at Buffalo
- B.A. - 2004
- Honors: magna cum laude
- University of Leicester, England
Fraternities or Sororities
- Pi Beta Kappa
- Pi Eta Sigma
Professional Associations
- Bar Association of Erie County, Member
- St. John's Journal of Legal Commentary, Editor
- New York State Bar Association
- New York State Defender’s Association
- New York State Trial Lawyers Association
- Former Chairperson - Admission to the Bar Committee, Bar Association of Erie County
Bar Admissions
- New York
- U.S. District Court Western District of New York
Volunteer Work
Attorney Advisor, Maryvale High School, New York State High School Mock Trial Competition, 2011-2018