Atty. Jeltje Dejong

Atty. Jeltje Dejong

Jeltje Dejong is a lawyer practicing civil rights, discrimination, sexual harassment and 1 other area of law. Jeltje received a degree from Vermont, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Smithtown Smithtown 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About Jeltje Dejong at a glance

Jeltje Dejong is a Partner based in Smithtown, New York, practicing at Devitt Spellman Barrett, L.L.P., L.L.P.. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, sexual harassment, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in New York (1982). Educated at Vermont Law School (JD, 1981) and Vermont (—). Serands clients in Smithtown, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Jeltje Dejong is a lawyer practicing civil rights, discrimination, sexual harassment and 1 other area of law
  • Jeltje received a degree from Vermont, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Jeltje practices at Devitt Spellman Barrett, L.L.P., L.L.P. in Smithtown, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Jeltje Dejong's Areas of Practice

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

Wrongful Termination

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Sexual Harassment

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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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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 Smithtown 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 Jeltje Dejong

Where is Jeltje Dejong's law office located?
Jeltje Dejong's law practice is located in Smithtown, New York. The firm is Devitt Spellman Barrett, L.L.P., L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jeltje Dejong handle?
Jeltje Dejong focuses on wrongful termination, sexual harassment, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Jeltje Dejong practiced law?
Jeltje Dejong has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Jeltje Dejong go to law school?
Jeltje Dejong earned their education at (JD, 1981); (—).
How can I contact Jeltje Dejong for a consultation?
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Education

JD
Vermont Law School
- 1981
Vermont
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1982

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