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Atty. Brian Richard Lava

Atty. Brian Richard Lava

Brian Richard Lava is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, social security, real estate and 4 other areas of law. Brian received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1989, and has been licensed for 33 years.

Elmhurst Elmhurst 33 yrs experience 33 year
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About Brian Richard Lava at a glance

Brian Richard Lava is a Member based in Elmhurst, New York, practicing at Law Offices of Brian R. Lava, Esq., P.C.. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, real estate, workers comp, and ssd. Admitted to practice in New York U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York U.S. District Court, Eastern District of (1993). Educated at Hofstra University (J.D., 1992) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1989). Active member of Queens County and Suffolk County Bar Associations. Serands clients in Elmhurst, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Brian Richard Lava is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, social security, real estate and 4 other areas of law
  • Brian received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1989, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Brian practices at Law Offices of Brian R. Lava, Esq., P.C. in Elmhurst, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Brian Richard Lava's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

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Trusts

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Brian Richard Lava is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in New York →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Brian Richard Lava is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in New York →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

Brian Richard Lava is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in New York →

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 Elmhurst 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 Richard Lava

Where is Brian Richard Lava's law office located?
Brian Richard Lava's law practice is located in Elmhurst, New York. The firm is Law Offices of Brian R. Lava, Esq., P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brian Richard Lava handle?
Brian Richard Lava focuses on wills, trusts, real estate, workers comp, ssd. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Brian Richard Lava practiced law?
Brian Richard Lava has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Brian Richard Lava go to law school?
Brian Richard Lava earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A., 1989).
How can I contact Brian Richard Lava for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Hofstra University
- 1992
B.A.
University of Michigan
- 1989

Bar Admissions

New York U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York U.S. District Court, Eastern District of
Admitted: 1993

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