Atty. Henry Nelson Diaz

Atty. Henry Nelson Diaz

Mr. Henry Nelson Diaz is a lawyer practicing general civil and criminal practice, litigation in all courts.

New York New York 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About Henry Nelson Diaz at a glance

Henry Nelson Diaz is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at Henry N. Diaz. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1995), New Jersey (1995), U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of New York and U.S. District Court, District of (1995), and District of Columbia (1996). Educated at Hofstra University (J.D., 1993) and Hofstra University (B.A., 1989). Active member of The Association of Bar of the City of New York Queens County, New York State, Minnesota and American Bar Association State Bar Association of North Dakota New York County Lawyers' Association. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Henry Nelson Diaz is a lawyer practicing general civil and criminal practice, litigation in all courts
  • Henry received a B.A. degree from Hofstra University in 1989, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Henry practices at Henry N. Diaz in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Henry Nelson Diaz's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Henry Nelson Diaz handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 New York 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 Henry Nelson Diaz

Where is Henry Nelson Diaz's law office located?
Henry Nelson Diaz's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Henry N. Diaz. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Henry Nelson Diaz handle?
Henry Nelson Diaz focuses on criminal defense, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Henry Nelson Diaz practiced law?
Henry Nelson Diaz has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Henry Nelson Diaz go to law school?
Henry Nelson Diaz earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1989).
How can I contact Henry Nelson Diaz for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Hofstra University
- 1993
B.A.
Hofstra University
- 1989

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1995
New Jersey
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of New York and U.S. District Court, District of
Admitted: 1995
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1996
North Dakota
Admitted: 1996
Minnesota
Admitted: 1996
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1999

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