Atty. Dennis A. First

Atty. Dennis A. First

Dennis A. First is a lawyer practicing professional liability (medical, psychiatric, dental, legal), products liability, environmental and 5 other areas of law.

Albany Albany 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About Dennis A. First at a glance

Dennis A. First is a Partner based in Albany, New York, practicing at O'Connor, O'Connor, Bresee & First, P.C.. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, real estate, commercial re, and product liability. Admitted to practice in New York (1979), U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York (1979), U.S. District Court, Western District of New York (1979), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1982). Educated at Albany Law School Union University (J.D., 1978) and Ohio State University (B.A. Political, 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Albany, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Dennis A. First is a lawyer practicing professional liability (medical, psychiatric, dental, legal), products liability, environmental and 5 other areas of law
  • Dennis received a B.A. degree from Ohio State University in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Dennis practices at O'Connor, O'Connor, Bresee & First, P.C. in Albany, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Dennis A. First's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Commercial Real Estate

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Product Liability

Dennis A. First is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in New York →

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 Albany 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 Dennis A. First

Where is Dennis A. First's law office located?
Dennis A. First's law practice is located in Albany, New York. The firm is O'Connor, O'Connor, Bresee & First, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Dennis A. First handle?
Dennis A. First focuses on personal injury, business, real estate, commercial re, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Dennis A. First practiced law?
Dennis A. First has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Dennis A. First go to law school?
Dennis A. First earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A. Political, 1975).
How can I contact Dennis A. First for a consultation?
You can contact Dennis A. First directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Dennis A. First received?
Dennis A. First's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Albany Law School Union University
- 1978
B.A. Political
Ohio State University
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Western District of New York
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1982

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