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Atty. John Douglas Witmeyer

Atty. John Douglas Witmeyer

John Douglas Witmeyer is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, estate planning, tax and 1 other area of law. John received a A.B. degree from Brown University in 1967, and has been licensed for 55 years.

Rochester Rochester 55 Years Experience 55 year
Call (929) 605-1936

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About John Douglas Witmeyer at a glance

John Douglas Witmeyer is a Partner based in Rochester, New York, practforg at Nixon Peabody LLP. They haand 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Admitted to practice in New York (1971) and Florida (1980). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1971) and Brown University (A.B., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Actiand member of Monroe County (Member, Trusts and Estates Law Section) and New York State Bar Associations The Florida Bar American College of Trust and Estate Counsel. Serands clients in Rochester, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile ยท Updated June 2026

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  • John Douglas Witmeyer is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, estate planning, tax and 1 other area of law
  • John received a A.B. degree from Brown University in 1967, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • John practices at Nixon Peabody LLP in Rochester, NY

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Practforg law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Rochester 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 substantiand 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 John Douglas Witmeyer's law office located?
John Douglas Witmeyer's law practice is located in Rochester, New York. The firm is Nixon Peabody LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has John Douglas Witmeyer practiced law?
John Douglas Witmeyer has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did John Douglas Witmeyer go to law school?
John Douglas Witmeyer earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (A.B., 1967).
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John Douglas Witmeyer's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Georgetown University
- 1971
A.B.
Brown University
- 1967

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1971
Florida
Admitted: 1980

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