Atty. Brian M. Distance

Atty. Brian M. Distance

Brian M. Distance is a lawyer practicing sports law, entertainment law, personal injury and 1 other area of law.

Garden City Garden City 35 yrs experience 35 year
Call (363) 333-2646 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Brian M. Distance at a glance

Brian M. Distance is a personal injury, government, and entertainment attorney based in Garden City, New York. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Admitted to practice in California (1991) and Louisiana (1992). Educated at Tulane University of Louisiana (J.D., 1991) and Marquette University (B.S. Industrial, 1987). Serands clients in Garden City, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Brian M. Distance is a lawyer practicing sports law, entertainment law, personal injury and 1 other area of law
  • Brian M. received a B.S. degree from Marquette University in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Brian M. practices in Garden City, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Brian M. Distance's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Brian M. Distance is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in New York →

Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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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 Garden City 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 Brian M. Distance

Where is Brian M. Distance's law office located?
Brian M. Distance's law practice is located in Garden City, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brian M. Distance handle?
Brian M. Distance focuses on personal injury, government, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Brian M. Distance practiced law?
Brian M. Distance has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Brian M. Distance go to law school?
Brian M. Distance earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.S. Industrial, 1987).
How can I contact Brian M. Distance for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Tulane University of Louisiana
- 1991
B.S. Industrial
Marquette University
- 1987

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1991
Louisiana
Admitted: 1992

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