Atty. Howard Eric Colton

Atty. Howard Eric Colton

Howard Eric Colton is a lawyer practicing criminal law, administrative law, municipal law and 5 other areas of law. Howard received a B.A. degree from Purdue University in 1991, and has been licensed for 31 years.

Freeport Freeport 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About Howard Eric Colton at a glance

Howard Eric Colton is a Member based in Freeport, New York, practicing at Howard Eric Colton. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, employment, real estate, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1995) and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1998). Educated at Hofstra Law School (J.D., 1994) and Purdue University (B.A. Political, 1991). Active member of Nassau County and New York State Bar Association. Serands clients in Freeport, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Howard Eric Colton is a lawyer practicing criminal law, administrative law, municipal law and 5 other areas of law
  • Howard received a B.A. degree from Purdue University in 1991, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Howard practices at Howard Eric Colton in Freeport, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Howard Eric Colton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Howard Eric Colton 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 Freeport 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

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Where is Howard Eric Colton's law office located?
Howard Eric Colton's law practice is located in Freeport, New York. The firm is Howard Eric Colton. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Howard Eric Colton handle?
Howard Eric Colton focuses on criminal defense, family law, employment, real estate, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Howard Eric Colton practiced law?
Howard Eric Colton has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Howard Eric Colton go to law school?
Howard Eric Colton earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.A. Political, 1991).
How can I contact Howard Eric Colton for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Hofstra Law School
- 1994
B.A. Political
Purdue University
- 1991

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1998

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