Atty. Jay L.T. Breakstone

Atty. Jay L.T. Breakstone

Jay L.T. Breakstone is a lawyer practicing appellate (federal and state), appellate practice.

Port Washington Port Washington 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About Jay L.T. Breakstone at a glance

Jay L.T. Breakstone is an Appellate Counsel based in Port Washington, New York. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on appellate. Admitted to practice in New York (1977), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1977), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1977), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1979). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D., 1976) and Long Island University (B.A., 1972). Active member of American Bar Association American Association for Justice New York State Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Port Washington, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Jay L.T
  • Breakstone is a lawyer practicing appellate (federal and state), appellate practice
  • Jay received a B.A. degree from Long Island University in 1972, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Jay practices in Port Washington, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Jay L.T. Breakstone's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jay L.T. Breakstone handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 Port Washington 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 Jay L.T. Breakstone

Where is Jay L.T. Breakstone's law office located?
Jay L.T. Breakstone's law practice is located in Port Washington, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jay L.T. Breakstone handle?
Jay L.T. Breakstone focuses on appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Jay L.T. Breakstone practiced law?
Jay L.T. Breakstone has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Jay L.T. Breakstone go to law school?
Jay L.T. Breakstone earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact Jay L.T. Breakstone for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Brooklyn Law School
- 1976
B.A.
Long Island University
- 1972

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Court of Federal Claims
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 2015
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 2015

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