Atty. James Ricca
James Ricca is a lawyer practicing trusts, estate planning, tax and 5 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Kenyon College in 1981, and has been licensed for 38 years.
Estate Planning & More Attorney · Serving Uniondale, NY · 38+ Years Experience
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About James Ricca at a Glance
James Ricca is a Partner based in Uniondale, New York, practicing at Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, real estate, and tax. Admitted to practice in New York (1988), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1991), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1991). Educated at St. John's University (J.D., 1987) and Kenyon College (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Uniondale, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James Ricca
- James Ricca is a lawyer practicing trusts, estate planning, tax and 5 other areas of law
- James received a B.A. degree from Kenyon College in 1981, and has been licensed for 38 years
- James practices at Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP in Uniondale, NY
Practice Areas Explained
James Ricca's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Ricca handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Uniondale.
Trusts in Uniondale
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Estate Planning & Probate in Uniondale
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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Business & Corporate Law in Uniondale
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in Uniondale
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
James Ricca is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in New York →
Tax Law in Uniondale
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
James Ricca is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in New York →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Uniondale
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 Uniondale 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 venue, 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.
Uniondale Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Uniondale-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Uniondale Choose James Ricca
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish James Ricca's practice in the field of trusts, estate planning, business, real estate, and tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James Ricca brings 38+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York, U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York, and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York, James Ricca can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, estate planning, and business, James Ricca can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Uniondale
A Uniondale-based practice means James Ricca attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues James Ricca Handles in Uniondale
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This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact James Ricca directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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