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
