Atty. Carl Scott Spector

Atty. Carl Scott Spector

I have been practicing law for over 34 years. I have been a Prosecutor in both New Jersey and New York.

Suffern Suffern 40 yrs experience 40 year
Call (551) 299-7844 Book Appointment

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About Carl Scott Spector at a glance

Carl Scott Spector is an Attorney based in Suffern, New York, practicing at Law Offices of Carl Spector. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, federal crimes, dv defense, and juvenile. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1986), New York (1987), and Florida (1991). Educated at Nova University (J.D., 1986) and State University of New York at Buffalo (B.A., 1983). Serands clients in Suffern, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • I have been practicing law for over 34 years
  • I have been a Prosecutor in both New Jersey and New York
  • Specifically, I was a Municipal Court Prosecutor for three years in a large Bergen County town
  • I was a prosecutor (Assistant District Attorney) in Bronx, New York for 6 years
  • I have co-authored a book and taught on several occassions Continuing Legal Education lectures both in person and on line to attorneys in the field of criminal law
  • For several years I was an Adjunct College Professor teaching several college level classes online for Strayer University
  • I pride myself on personalized and aggressive legal representation

Practice Areas Explained

Carl Scott Spector's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Criminal Defense

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Federal Crimes

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Domestic Violence Defense

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Juvenile 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 Suffern 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 Carl Scott Spector

Where is Carl Scott Spector's law office located?
Carl Scott Spector's law practice is located in Suffern, New York. The firm is Law Offices of Carl Spector. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Carl Scott Spector handle?
Carl Scott Spector focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, federal crimes, dv defense, juvenile. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Carl Scott Spector practiced law?
Carl Scott Spector has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Carl Scott Spector go to law school?
Carl Scott Spector earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact Carl Scott Spector for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Nova University
- 1986
B.A.
State University of New York at Buffalo
- 1983

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1986
New York
Admitted: 1987
Florida
Admitted: 1991

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