Atty. James Steven Rizzo

Atty. James Steven Rizzo

James Steven Rizzo is a lawyer practicing estate planning, elder law, probate and 8 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from State University of New York College at Potsdam in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years.

Utica Utica 30 yrs experience 30 year
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Profile Summary

About James Steven Rizzo at a glance

James Steven Rizzo is a Partner based in Utica, New York, practicing at Saunders Kahler, L.L.P.. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, employment, and business. Admitted to practice in New York (1996), U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York (1996), U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1997), and U.S. Supreme Court (1999). Educated at Albany Law School of Union University (J.D., 1995) and State University of New York College at Potsdam (B.A. Communications, 1991). Serands clients in Utica, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Steven Rizzo is a lawyer practicing estate planning, elder law, probate and 8 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from State University of New York College at Potsdam in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • James practices at Saunders Kahler, L.L.P. in Utica, NY

Practice Areas Explained

James Steven Rizzo's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Steven Rizzo handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

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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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

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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 Utica 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 James Steven Rizzo

Where is James Steven Rizzo's law office located?
James Steven Rizzo's law practice is located in Utica, New York. The firm is Saunders Kahler, L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Steven Rizzo handle?
James Steven Rizzo focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, employment, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James Steven Rizzo practiced law?
James Steven Rizzo has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did James Steven Rizzo go to law school?
James Steven Rizzo earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A. Communications, 1991).
How can I contact James Steven Rizzo for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Albany Law School of Union University
- 1995
B.A. Communications
State University of New York College at Potsdam
- 1991

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York
Admitted: 1996
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1997
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1999

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