James David Hartt

James David Hartt

4.4
Rating: 7.2

Licensed for 23 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at Fairport, NY
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Criminal Defense, Litigation ... +2 more

6 North Main Street, Suite 200F, Fairport, NY

About James

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Education 10%

25 years

10%
Litigation 10%

25 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 22 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2003

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in Arizona for 23 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 2003

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

James D. Hartt, Attorney At Law

6 North Main Street, Suite 200F, Fairport, NY, 14450

Law Offices of James David Hartt

141 1st Street, Liverpool, NY, 13088

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James David Hartt's Reviews

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4.4 /5.0

76 Client Reviews

Showing 16 - 20 of 76 reviews

Posted by anonymous | June 15, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Honest and Goes to bat

James was wonderful to work with. He was responsive, knowledgeable, and honest through the entire process. In the end, he got me a settlement for more than what I had expected. Great job done.

Posted by Jeffery | May 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Discrimination

Pay A Fee And Watch Them Flee...

Age Discrimination - I filled out the many forms, summitted and wrote up everything with supporting voice recordings. Just pay my $3000 fee and answer their questions, he said. Did anyone answer my many questions? No. I don't how the process works, don't worry he said. We will talk prior to the call,... nope! Oh, wait... he texted, "You hit it out of the ballpark." Really? The employer didn't provide any of my requested items. You see, I'm not employed so no access to employer evidence. Mr. Hartt states (afterward), discovery doesn't exist at the State level. This seemed important to know. I had lots of questions, most with no response. Mr Hartt doesn't do appeals. "I cannot represent you in an appeal because I’m not in a public lawyer." Later, Mr Hartt states "...if you want a second kick at the can, federal court is nice..." "My retainer is $5500 which includes $400 filing fee and $100 Service of process fee but it could be a nice second chance. Oh, wait... we can't go Federal. If ANY lawyer asks for a fee and NOT an hourly rate.... don't walk, RUN!!! I have every email and text from this professional. What a huge mistake!

James Hartt

Replied last May 16, 2021

If you want to take this offline, I’d be happy to speak to you about your case. I am not an “Appellate” lawyer so it is true that I don’t handle appeals. It’s also entirely possible that you performed well at your Fact Finding Conference and yet did not get a “Probable Cause” Determination. I told you, as I tell all clients at the beginning that these cases are “risky”. There’s never a guarantee of prevailing, and while I wish we had received a Probable Cause Determination in your case, we did not. But it is 100% accurate that there is no discovery process during the DHR Investigation. I wish there were. Again, please consider calling me if you wish to discuss your case with me personally.

Posted by anonymous | May 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Superb Lawyer-even better experience

I was skeptical and scared and James quelled all those fears AND delivered and favorable stress free outcome. Even during a PANDEMIC I was not stressed because James was my lawyer. My concerns and complaints were not taken lightly and I was able to find peace through the situation. I am grateful for ...James, the outcome and my overall experience. Thank you again.

Posted by anonymous | May 06, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Wrongful Termination

Employment Termination Matter Solved!

When I was fired for unjust causes, I interviewed a half dozen attorneys, each of whom charged outrageous retainers. Then, I found Mr. Hartt. He helped me WIN my case which settled before it went to trial.

Posted by anonymous | May 05, 2021

Would not hire this atty!

This man is a disgrace to the law. He has no soul. All he is interested in is money. No morals or values ! Run do not hire!

James Hartt

Replied last May 05, 2021

Since you are anonymous, I have no way of knowing who you are or if I even represented you. Instead of anonymously defaming me, I would ask you to delete this ad hominem review and speak to me directly. If you are angry because I charge for my services, all I can say is: this is how I make my living. I actually charge substantially less than most attorneys practicing in the field of employment civil rights.

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James David Hartt's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse James. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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William Fife

Litigation lawyer | Aug 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Thomas Cesta

Employment and labor lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Hartt is an excellent lawyer. Anyone who hires Mr. Hartt will be happy they did."

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Jared Bennett

Employment and labor lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  7.2 (Very Good)

Honors

2004

Lawyer of the Year - Arizona, PrePaid Legal Services

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Principal Attorney, James D. Hartt, Attorney

2004 - 2006

Associate Attorney, Davidson Law Firm

2003 - 2004

Associate Attorney, Davis Miles, PLLC - PrepPaid Legal

Associations

2008 - Present

Onondaga County Bar Foundation

Member

2007 - Present

Monroe County Bar Association

Member

2003 - Present

State Bar of Arizona

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

People vs. Chuck Schmidl

Charges dropped

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Education

2002

Chicago-Kent College of Law Illinois Institute of Technology

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

Concordia University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

N/A

By Private Invitation Only. Any Employer may inquire within for rates.

Employment Discrimination Prevention

Publications

Languages

French

English

Activity

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