Atty. Adam Scott Walters

Atty. Adam Scott Walters

Adam Scott Walters is a lawyer practicing land use & zoning, education, environment and 6 other areas of law. Adam received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1990, and has been licensed for 31 years.

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About Adam Scott Walters at a glance

Adam Scott Walters is a Partner based in Buffalo, New York, practicing at Phillips Lytle LLP. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on zoning, litigation, education, and environmental. Admitted to practice in New York U.S. District Court, Western District of New York (1995). Educated at Vermont Law School (J.D., 1994) and State University of New York at Buffalo (B.A., 1990). Active member of Erie County and New York State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Buffalo, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Adam Scott Walters is a lawyer practicing land use & zoning, education, environment and 6 other areas of law
  • Adam received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1990, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Adam practices at Phillips Lytle LLP in Buffalo, NY and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Adam Scott Walters's Areas of Practice

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

Land Use & Zoning

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Civil Litigation

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Education Law

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Environmental Law

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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 Buffalo 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 Adam Scott Walters

Where is Adam Scott Walters's law office located?
Adam Scott Walters's law practice is located in Buffalo, New York. The firm is Phillips Lytle LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Adam Scott Walters handle?
Adam Scott Walters focuses on zoning, litigation, education, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Adam Scott Walters practiced law?
Adam Scott Walters has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Adam Scott Walters go to law school?
Adam Scott Walters earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.A., 1990).
How can I contact Adam Scott Walters for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Vermont Law School
- 1994
B.A.
State University of New York at Buffalo
- 1990

Bar Admissions

New York U.S. District Court, Western District of New York
Admitted: 1995

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