Atty. Duane D. Schoonmaker
Duane Schoonmaker is originally from Vestal, New York, but he’s lived in Buffalo for many years and now considers it to be his hometown. In 1982, he earned his undergraduate’s degree from SUNY Albany with a B.A. in Communications graduating cum laude.
Automobile Accidents & More Attorney · Serving Williamsville, NY · 40+ Years Experience
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About Duane D. Schoonmaker at a Glance
Duane D. Schoonmaker is a Car Accident Attorney based in Williamsville, New York, practicing at William Mattar Accident Lawyers. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in New York (1986) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York (1987). Educated at State University of New York at Buffalo (J.D., 1985) and State University of New York at Albany (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Bar Association of Erie County. Serves clients in Williamsville, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Duane D. Schoonmaker
- Duane Schoonmaker is originally from Vestal, New York, but he’s lived in Buffalo for many years and now considers it to be his hometown
- In 1982, he earned his undergraduate’s degree from SUNY Albany with a B.A. in Communications graduating cum laude
- Duane went on to earn his Juris Doctor from University at Buffalo in 1985
- He has been practicing law since his admission in New York in 1986, and has been admitted to practice in New York in Federal Court in the Western and Northern Districts, and in the Second Circuit Court of Appeals
- Throughout his years as an attorney fighting for his clients, he has lectured on many topics including Deposing Defendant’s Corporate Personnel and Experts
- Receiving Amendments to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure
- Slip and Fall Cases in New York
- Facebook and Beyond: Social Media
- and Trial of a Soft Tissue Automobile Accident
- He is also the Chair of the Bar Association of Erie County’s Negligence Committee. “I became a lawyer because I wanted a career in which I could help people solve their problems
- I’m most passionate about effectively communicating with clients, judges, and jurors,” he says, reflecting on his career path that has led him to helping clients at William Mattar, PC. In Duane’s spare time, he enjoys spending time with his family, working outdoors, and playing golf
Practice Areas Explained
Duane D. Schoonmaker's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Duane D. Schoonmaker handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Williamsville.
Car Accidents in Williamsville
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
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Truck Accidents in Williamsville
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Motorcycle Accidents in Williamsville
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Civil Litigation in Williamsville
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Mediation & Arbitration in Williamsville
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Williamsville
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 Williamsville 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 venue, 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.
Williamsville Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Williamsville-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Williamsville Choose Duane D. Schoonmaker
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Duane D. Schoonmaker's practice in the field of car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle, litigation, and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Duane D. Schoonmaker brings 40+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York and U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York, Duane D. Schoonmaker can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering car accidents, truck accidents, and motorcycle, Duane D. Schoonmaker can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Williamsville
A Williamsville-based practice means Duane D. Schoonmaker attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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