Atty. Debra Shakin

Atty. Debra Shakin

Debra Shakin is a lawyer practicing negligence law, matrimonial law, general practice litigation. Debra received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Stony Brook in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Garden City Garden City 40 yrs experience 40 year
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About Debra Shakin at a glance

Debra Shakin is a Member based in Garden City, New York, practicing at Debra Shakin. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on personal injury, family law, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1986) and New Jersey (1986). Educated at Albany Law School of Union University (J.D., 1985) and State University of New York at Stony Brook (B.A., 1982). Serands clients in Garden City, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Debra Shakin is a lawyer practicing negligence law, matrimonial law, general practice litigation
  • Debra received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Stony Brook in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Debra practices at Debra Shakin in Garden City, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Debra Shakin's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

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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 Garden City 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 Debra Shakin

Where is Debra Shakin's law office located?
Debra Shakin's law practice is located in Garden City, New York. The firm is Debra Shakin. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Debra Shakin handle?
Debra Shakin focuses on personal injury, family law, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Debra Shakin practiced law?
Debra Shakin has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Debra Shakin go to law school?
Debra Shakin earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact Debra Shakin for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Albany Law School of Union University
- 1985
B.A.
State University of New York at Stony Brook
- 1982

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1986
New Jersey
Admitted: 1986

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