Atty. Derek Liam Hayden

Atty. Derek Liam Hayden

Derek Liam Hayden is a lawyer practicing general practice, nursing home abuse and neglect, insurance litigation and 3 other areas of law. Derek received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Albany in 1992, and has been licensed for 28 years.

Latham Latham 28 yrs experience 28 year
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Profile Summary

About Derek Liam Hayden at a glance

Derek Liam Hayden is an Of Counsel based in Latham, New York, practicing at Shantz & Belkin. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on personal injury, nursing home, litigation, insurance, and appellate. Admitted to practice in New York (1998) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York, U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit and U.S. S (1998). Educated at Albany Law School of Union College (J.D., 1997) and State University of New York at Albany (B.A., 1992). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Montgomery County, Saratoga County and New York State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Latham, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Derek Liam Hayden is a lawyer practicing general practice, nursing home abuse and neglect, insurance litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • Derek received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Albany in 1992, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Derek practices at Shantz & Belkin in Latham, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Derek Liam Hayden's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Derek Liam Hayden 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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Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect

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Civil Litigation

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

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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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 Latham 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 Derek Liam Hayden

Where is Derek Liam Hayden's law office located?
Derek Liam Hayden's law practice is located in Latham, New York. The firm is Shantz & Belkin. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Derek Liam Hayden handle?
Derek Liam Hayden focuses on personal injury, nursing home, litigation, insurance, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Derek Liam Hayden practiced law?
Derek Liam Hayden has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Derek Liam Hayden go to law school?
Derek Liam Hayden earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A., 1992).
How can I contact Derek Liam Hayden for a consultation?
You can contact Derek Liam Hayden 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 Derek Liam Hayden received?
Derek Liam Hayden's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Albany Law School of Union College
- 1997
B.A.
State University of New York at Albany
- 1992

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York, U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit and U.S. S
Admitted: 1998

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