Atty. Evan Scott Leviss

Atty. Evan Scott Leviss

Evan Scott Leviss is a lawyer practicing real estate litigation, business, probate litigation and 3 other areas of law. Evan received a B.A. degree from Syracuse University in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years.

Newport Newport 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About Evan Scott Leviss at a glance

Evan Scott Leviss is a Member based in Newport, Rhode Island, practicing at Law Offices of Evan S. Leviss. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on probate, business, real estate, zoning, and estate litigation. Admitted to practice in Rhode Island (1975), Pennsylvania (1977), Massachusetts (1978), and U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1979). Educated at Emory University School of Law (J.D., 1975) and Syracuse University (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Rhode Island and Massachusetts Bar Associations. Serands clients in Newport, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Evan Scott Leviss is a lawyer practicing real estate litigation, business, probate litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • Evan received a B.A. degree from Syracuse University in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Evan practices at Law Offices of Evan S. Leviss in Newport, RI

Practice Areas Explained

Evan Scott Leviss's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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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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Land Use & Zoning

Evan Scott Leviss is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Rhode Island →

Estate & Trust Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Rhode Island

Practicing law in Rhode Island. Legal matters in Rhode Island are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Newport are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Rhode Island state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Evan Scott Leviss

Where is Evan Scott Leviss's law office located?
Evan Scott Leviss's law practice is located in Newport, Rhode Island. The firm is Law Offices of Evan S. Leviss. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Evan Scott Leviss handle?
Evan Scott Leviss focuses on probate, business, real estate, zoning, estate litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Rhode Island.
How long has Evan Scott Leviss practiced law?
Evan Scott Leviss has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Evan Scott Leviss go to law school?
Evan Scott Leviss earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact Evan Scott Leviss for a consultation?
You can contact Evan Scott Leviss 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 Evan Scott Leviss received?
Evan Scott Leviss's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Emory University School of Law
- 1975
B.A.
Syracuse University
- 1972

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Rhode Island
Admitted: 1975
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1977
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 1979

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