Atty. Brian Thomas McCarthy

Atty. Brian Thomas McCarthy

Brian Thomas McCarthy is a lawyer practicing admiralty and maritime law, litigation, maritime criminal law and 3 other areas of law. Brian received a B.A. degree from Villanova University in 1997, and has been licensed for 25 years.

Port Washington Port Washington 25 yrs experience 25 year
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Profile Summary

About Brian Thomas McCarthy at a glance

Brian Thomas McCarthy is a Member based in Port Washington, New York, practicing at Chalos O'Connor, LLP. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, litigation, environmental, maritime, and energy. Admitted to practice in New York (2001), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (2003), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (2003). Educated at Hofstra University (J.D., 2000) and Villanova University (B.A., 1997). Serands clients in Port Washington, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Brian Thomas McCarthy is a lawyer practicing admiralty and maritime law, litigation, maritime criminal law and 3 other areas of law
  • Brian received a B.A. degree from Villanova University in 1997, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • Brian practices at Chalos O'Connor, LLP in Port Washington, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Brian Thomas McCarthy's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Civil Litigation

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Environmental Law

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Maritime & Admiralty Law

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Energy & Utilities Law

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 Port Washington 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 Thomas McCarthy

Where is Brian Thomas McCarthy's law office located?
Brian Thomas McCarthy's law practice is located in Port Washington, New York. The firm is Chalos O'Connor, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brian Thomas McCarthy handle?
Brian Thomas McCarthy focuses on criminal defense, litigation, environmental, maritime, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Brian Thomas McCarthy practiced law?
Brian Thomas McCarthy has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Brian Thomas McCarthy go to law school?
Brian Thomas McCarthy earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (B.A., 1997).
How can I contact Brian Thomas McCarthy for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Hofstra University
- 2000
B.A.
Villanova University
- 1997

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2001
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 2003
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 2003

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