Atty. Christian James Root

Atty. Christian James Root

Christian James Root is a lawyer practicing family & matrimonial law, criminal defense, litigation. Christian received a B.S. degree from Rochester Institute of Technology, and has been licensed for 34 years.

Vestal Vestal 34 yrs experience 34 year
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About Christian James Root at a glance

Christian James Root is a Partner based in Vestal, New York, practicing at Tully Rinckey, PLLC. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1992) and Pennsylvania (1994). Educated at Vermont Law School (J.D., 1991) and Rochester Institute of Technology B.S. criminal justice, cum laude (—). Serands clients in Vestal, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Christian James Root is a lawyer practicing family & matrimonial law, criminal defense, litigation
  • Christian received a B.S. degree from Rochester Institute of Technology, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Christian practices at Tully Rinckey, PLLC in Vestal, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Christian James Root's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christian James Root handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Civil Litigation

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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 Vestal 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 Christian James Root

Where is Christian James Root's law office located?
Christian James Root's law practice is located in Vestal, New York. The firm is Tully Rinckey, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christian James Root handle?
Christian James Root focuses on criminal defense, family law, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Christian James Root practiced law?
Christian James Root has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Christian James Root go to law school?
Christian James Root earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (—).
How can I contact Christian James Root for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Vermont Law School
- 1991
Rochester Institute of Technology B.S. criminal justice, cum laude
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1992
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1994

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