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Atty. James P. Rau

Atty. James P. Rau

Note and Comment Editor, American University Law Review, 1979-1980. Author, "Government Secrecy Agreements and The First Amendment," 28 American University Law Review 395, 1979.

New York New York 45 yrs experience 45 year
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About James P. Rau at a glance

James P. Rau is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at Cardillo & Corbett. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on litigation, adr, and maritime. Admitted to practice in New York (1981). Educated at American University (J.D., 1980) and Brooklyn College (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New York State (Member, Trial Practice Committee, Commercial and Federal Litigation Section, 1990—) and American Bar Associations Maritime Law Association of the United States. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Note and Comment Editor, American University Law Review, 1979-1980
  • Author, "Government Secrecy Agreements and The First Amendment," 28 American University Law Review 395, 1979

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Maritime & Admiralty Law

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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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Where is James P. Rau's law office located?
James P. Rau's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Cardillo & Corbett. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James P. Rau handle?
James P. Rau focuses on litigation, adr, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James P. Rau practiced law?
James P. Rau has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did James P. Rau go to law school?
James P. Rau earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1977).
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What awards or recognition has James P. Rau received?
James P. Rau's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
American University
- 1980
B.A.
Brooklyn College
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1981

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