Atty. Debra Lagapa

Atty. Debra Lagapa

Debra Lagapa is a lawyer practicing communications, administrative law, litigation. Debra received a A.B. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1979, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Port Chester Port Chester 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About Debra Lagapa at a glance

Debra Lagapa is a litigation and government attorney based in Port Chester, New York. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Admitted to practice in California (1984) and District of Columbia (1985). Educated at Yale Law School (J.D., 1984) and University of California at Berkeley (A.B., 1979). Serands clients in Port Chester, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Debra Lagapa is a lawyer practicing communications, administrative law, litigation
  • Debra received a A.B. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1979, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Debra practices in Port Chester, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Debra Lagapa's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Government & Administrative 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 Port Chester 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 Debra Lagapa's law office located?
Debra Lagapa's law practice is located in Port Chester, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Debra Lagapa handle?
Debra Lagapa focuses on litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Debra Lagapa practiced law?
Debra Lagapa has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Debra Lagapa go to law school?
Debra Lagapa earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (A.B., 1979).
How can I contact Debra Lagapa for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Yale Law School
- 1984
A.B.
University of California at Berkeley
- 1979

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1984
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1985

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