Atty. Christopher Robert Riano

Atty. Christopher Robert Riano

Christopher Robert Riano is a lawyer practicing government, constitutional, litigation and 2 other areas of law. Christopher received a degree from Washington & Lee Law School, and has been licensed for 15 years.

New York New York 15 yrs experience 15 year
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About Christopher Robert Riano at a glance

Christopher Robert Riano is an Attorney based in New York, New York, practicing at Holland & Knight LLP. They have 15+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2011. Their practice focuses on litigation, civil rights, education, government, and appellate. Admitted to practice in New York (2011). Educated at Washington & Lee Law School (—). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Christopher Robert Riano is a lawyer practicing government, constitutional, litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • Christopher received a degree from Washington & Lee Law School, and has been licensed for 15 years
  • Christopher practices at Holland & Knight LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher Robert Riano's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher Robert Riano handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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Education Law

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Government & Administrative Law

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Appellate Practice

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Christopher Robert Riano

Where is Christopher Robert Riano's law office located?
Christopher Robert Riano's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Holland & Knight LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher Robert Riano handle?
Christopher Robert Riano focuses on litigation, civil rights, education, government, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Christopher Robert Riano practiced law?
Christopher Robert Riano has 15+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2011.
Where did Christopher Robert Riano go to law school?
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Education

Washington & Lee Law School
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2011

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