Atty. Christopher John Clayton

Atty. Christopher John Clayton

Christopher John Clayton is a lawyer practicing appeals, education law, labor and employment and 2 other areas of law. Christopher received a B.A. degree from George Washington University in 1988, and has been licensed for 33 years.

Hauppauge Hauppauge 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About Christopher John Clayton at a glance

Christopher John Clayton is a Partner based in Hauppauge, New York, practicing at Ingerman Smith, L.L.P.. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, employment, litigation, education, and appellate. Admitted to practice in New York (1993), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1993), and U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit and U.S. Court of Appeals for the (2002). Educated at Syracuse University School of Law (J.D., 1992) and George Washington University (B.A., 1988). Serands clients in Hauppauge, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Christopher John Clayton is a lawyer practicing appeals, education law, labor and employment and 2 other areas of law
  • Christopher received a B.A. degree from George Washington University in 1988, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Christopher practices at Ingerman Smith, L.L.P. in Hauppauge, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher John Clayton's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Employment Law

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Civil Litigation

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Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 Hauppauge 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 Christopher John Clayton

Where is Christopher John Clayton's law office located?
Christopher John Clayton's law practice is located in Hauppauge, New York. The firm is Ingerman Smith, L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher John Clayton handle?
Christopher John Clayton focuses on criminal defense, employment, litigation, education, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Christopher John Clayton practiced law?
Christopher John Clayton has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Christopher John Clayton go to law school?
Christopher John Clayton earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A., 1988).
How can I contact Christopher John Clayton for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Syracuse University School of Law
- 1992
B.A.
George Washington University
- 1988

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1993
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1993
U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit and U.S. Court of Appeals for the
Admitted: 2002

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