Located in Saratoga Springs, New York, James C. Knox is a partner at Hacker Murphy, LLP. Representing clients throughout the state, he focuses his practice on litigation. In his personal injury and wrongful death practice, he assists clients who have suffered losses due to the negligence of other parties in cases involving trucking, motorcycle and other motor vehicle accidents, defective products and premises liability.
Mr. Knox also provides criminal defense representation to people charged with state or federal felonies or misdemeanors ranging from driving under the influence to fraud and other white collar crimes. Furthermore, he has experience in defending legal and medical professionals who have been accused of malpractice and who are appearing before their respective licensing boards.
Having obtained licenses to practice law in New York (2010) and Massachusetts, Mr. Knox has garnered a commendable track record defending numerous clients across federal, state and appellate courts. These include notable appearances in the United States District Courts for the Southern and Northern Districts of New York and the United States Court of Appeals for the 2nd Circuit.
Throughout his career, Mr. Knox has meticulously honed his unique and client-centered approach to defense. Unlike some legal practitioners who may opt for minimal effort, he firmly believes in leaving no stone unturned when safeguarding his clients’ interests. His unwavering dedication to exploring every possible avenue of defense ensures that clients receive the optimal outcome for their cases.
Having pursued a major in philosophy, Mr. Knox obtained a Bachelor of Arts cum laude from The College of Idaho. Subsequently, he enrolled in Lewis & Clark Law School in Portland, Oregon, where he diligently pursued his legal education. In 2009, he successfully earned his Juris Doctor magna cum laude. Notably, he served on the Lewis & Clark Law Review while at law school.
Mr. Knox is an active participant in several legal associations. His memberships include the New York State Bar Association, the Federal Bar Association, the New York State Trial Lawyers Association, the Capital District Trial Lawyers Association, the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the Saratoga County Bar Association and the Albany County Bar Association. He has also garnered a “Superb” rating through Avvo, attesting to his outstanding performance and unwavering commitment to ethical standards.
