Atty. Peter Metis

Atty. Peter Metis

Peter Metis is a lawyer practicing litigation, real estate, employment law. Peter received a B.A. degree from St.

Hartsdale Hartsdale 30 yrs experience 30 year
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About Peter Metis at a glance

Peter Metis is a Partner based in Hartsdale, New York, practicing at Schnaufer & Metis, LLP. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on employment, real estate, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1996), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1997), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1999), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (2001). Educated at Fordham University School of Law (J.D., 1995) and St. John's University (B.A. Political, 1992). Active member of The Association of the Bar of the City of New York Westchester County Bar Association. Serands clients in Hartsdale, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Peter Metis is a lawyer practicing litigation, real estate, employment law
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from St. John's University in 1992, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Peter practices at Schnaufer & Metis, LLP in Hartsdale, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Metis's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Real Estate Law

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Civil Litigation

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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 Hartsdale 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 Peter Metis

Where is Peter Metis's law office located?
Peter Metis's law practice is located in Hartsdale, New York. The firm is Schnaufer & Metis, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Metis handle?
Peter Metis focuses on employment, real estate, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Peter Metis practiced law?
Peter Metis has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Peter Metis go to law school?
Peter Metis earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A. Political, 1992).
How can I contact Peter Metis for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Fordham University School of Law
- 1995
B.A. Political
St. John's University
- 1992

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1999
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 2001

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