Atty. Deborah Caruso Smith

Atty. Deborah Caruso Smith

Deborah Caruso Smith is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice defense. Deborah received a A.A.S. degree from Alfred State College in 1973, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Rochester Rochester 35 yrs experience 35 year
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About Deborah Caruso Smith at a glance

Deborah Caruso Smith is a Partner based in Rochester, New York, practicing at Brown.Gruttadaro.Gaujean.Prato.LLC. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice. Admitted to practice in New York (1991). Educated at University of Dayton (J.D., 1990) and Alfred State College (A.A.S. Nursing, 1973). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Monroe County, New York State and American Bar Associations American Association of Nurse Attorneys, Inc. Serands clients in Rochester, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Deborah Caruso Smith is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice defense
  • Deborah received a A.A.S. degree from Alfred State College in 1973, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Deborah practices at Brown.Gruttadaro.Gaujean.Prato.LLC in Rochester, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Deborah Caruso Smith's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Deborah Caruso Smith handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

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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 Rochester 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

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Where is Deborah Caruso Smith's law office located?
Deborah Caruso Smith's law practice is located in Rochester, New York. The firm is Brown.Gruttadaro.Gaujean.Prato.LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Deborah Caruso Smith handle?
Deborah Caruso Smith focuses on medical malpractice. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Deborah Caruso Smith practiced law?
Deborah Caruso Smith has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Deborah Caruso Smith go to law school?
Deborah Caruso Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (A.A.S. Nursing, 1973).
How can I contact Deborah Caruso Smith for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Deborah Caruso Smith received?
Deborah Caruso Smith's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Dayton
- 1990
A.A.S. Nursing
Alfred State College
- 1973

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1991

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