Atty. Heather L. Kitchen

Atty. Heather L. Kitchen

Member, National Criminal Honor Society. Assistant, County Attorney, Dutchess County New York.

Poughkeepsie Poughkeepsie 37 yrs experience 37 year
Call (845) 714-8230 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Heather L. Kitchen at a glance

Heather L. Kitchen is a Member based in Poughkeepsie, New York, practicing at Law Office of Heather L. Kitchen. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on divorce, family law, real estate, and adr. Admitted to practice in New York (1989), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1989), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1989). Educated at University of Houston (J.D., 1988) and State University of New York at Albany (B.A.B.S., 1985). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of New York State Bar Association Dutchess County and New York State Magistrates Association. Serands clients in Poughkeepsie, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Member, National Criminal Honor Society
  • Assistant, County Attorney, Dutchess County New York
  • Town Justice, Town of Wappinger, 2001—

Practice Areas Explained

Heather L. Kitchen's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

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Family Law

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Real Estate Law

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

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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 Poughkeepsie 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 Heather L. Kitchen

Where is Heather L. Kitchen's law office located?
Heather L. Kitchen's law practice is located in Poughkeepsie, New York. The firm is Law Office of Heather L. Kitchen. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Heather L. Kitchen handle?
Heather L. Kitchen focuses on divorce, family law, real estate, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Heather L. Kitchen practiced law?
Heather L. Kitchen has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Heather L. Kitchen go to law school?
Heather L. Kitchen earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A.B.S., 1985).
How can I contact Heather L. Kitchen for a consultation?
You can contact Heather L. Kitchen 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 Heather L. Kitchen received?
Heather L. Kitchen's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Houston
- 1988
B.A.B.S.
State University of New York at Albany
- 1985

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1989

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