Atty. Christopher B Kleister

Atty. Christopher B Kleister

Christopher B. Kleister, Esq. was born and raised in Washingtonville, New York.

Washingtonville Washingtonville 24 yrs experience 24 year
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About Christopher B Kleister at a glance

Christopher B Kleister is a Member based in Washingtonville, New York, practicing at The Kleister Law Group. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on formation, chapter 7, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law. Admitted to practice in New York (2002). Educated at Pace University School of Law (J.D., 2001) and Mount Saint Mary College (B.S. Accounting, 1998). Active member of Orange County and New York State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Washingtonville, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Christopher B. Kleister, Esq. was born and raised in Washingtonville, New York
  • He graduated from Washingtonville High School in 1994 and thereafter attended Mount Saint Mary College in Newburgh,
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Practice Areas Explained

Christopher B Kleister's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher B Kleister handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business Formation

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Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

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Personal Injury

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Criminal Defense

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Family 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 Washingtonville 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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Common questions about Christopher B Kleister

Where is Christopher B Kleister's law office located?
Christopher B Kleister's law practice is located in Washingtonville, New York. The firm is The Kleister Law Group. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher B Kleister handle?
Christopher B Kleister focuses on formation, chapter 7, personal injury, criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Christopher B Kleister practiced law?
Christopher B Kleister has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did Christopher B Kleister go to law school?
Christopher B Kleister earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.S. Accounting, 1998).
How can I contact Christopher B Kleister for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Pace University School of Law
- 2001
B.S. Accounting
Mount Saint Mary College
- 1998

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2002

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