Atty. Charles David Abercrombie

Atty. Charles David Abercrombie

Charles David Abercrombie is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, criminal law, civil litigation and 6 other areas of law. Charles received a B.A. degree from Columbia University in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years.

New York New York 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Charles David Abercrombie at a glance

Charles David Abercrombie is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at Scoppetta Seiff Kretz & Abercrombie. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, personal injury, criminal defense, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in New York (1978), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1989), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1989), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York (1990). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D., 1977) and Columbia University (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Association of the Bar of the City of New York. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Charles David Abercrombie is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, criminal law, civil litigation and 6 other areas of law
  • Charles received a B.A. degree from Columbia University in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Charles practices at Scoppetta Seiff Kretz & Abercrombie in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Charles David Abercrombie's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Charles David Abercrombie handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Personal Injury

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Criminal Defense

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Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate 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 New York 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 Charles David Abercrombie

Where is Charles David Abercrombie's law office located?
Charles David Abercrombie's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Scoppetta Seiff Kretz & Abercrombie. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Charles David Abercrombie handle?
Charles David Abercrombie focuses on dui/dwi, personal injury, criminal defense, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Charles David Abercrombie practiced law?
Charles David Abercrombie has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Charles David Abercrombie go to law school?
Charles David Abercrombie earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Charles David Abercrombie for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Charles David Abercrombie received?
Charles David Abercrombie's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Brooklyn Law School
- 1977
B.A.
Columbia University
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut
Admitted: 1997
Connecticut
Admitted: 2002

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