John L. Buckheit

John L. Buckheit is a New York, New Jersey, and District of Columbia attorney focusing on civil litigation, commercial litigation, criminal litigation, products liability, medical malpractice, matrimonial law, municipal and zoning matters, and military law. His work supports individuals, businesses, municipalities, service members, veterans, and clients facing disputes, charges, injury claims, or public-sector issues. He helps clients evaluate risks, prepare strategies, and address court proceedings.

John earned a J.D. from Columbia University, where he served on the Columbia Journal of Environmental Law and was managing editor. He also graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point. His education supports legal research, litigation planning, public-sector analysis, and client counseling. He uses that background to assess pleadings, evidence, municipal issues, criminal matters, civil claims, and military-related legal questions.

John’s background includes private practice, government service, and military legal experience. He served as a Special Assistant US Attorney in the Southern District of Georgia and as an Assistant Staff Judge Advocate in the 24th Infantry Division. His military service includes US Army Infantry, Judge Advocate General’s Corps, Army Reserve service, and Operation Joint Endeavor/Guard. He also served as Village Attorney for Greenwood Lake.

John L. Buckheit helps clients address litigation, municipal, criminal, military, personal injury, malpractice, matrimonial, zoning, and commercial matters with preparation and practical judgment. He is admitted in New York, New Jersey, the District of Columbia, several federal courts, the Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces, and the Court of Veterans Appeals. He belongs to multiple bar associations and community organizations, bringing broad legal and public-service experience for clients navigating serious disputes, public obligations, and court demands across New York matters and appeals.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Buckheit Partners LLP
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, New York State Bar Association
• Member, New Jersey State Bar Association
• Member, District of Columbia Bar Association
• Member, Society of American Military Engineers
• Member of Board of Governors, New York State Association for Retarded Children

Licensed State

• New York
• New Jersey
• District of Columbia

Education

• Columbia University
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• USMA at West Point

Awards & Badges