Atty. John Lavette Moncrief

Atty. John Lavette Moncrief

John Lavette Moncrief is a lawyer practicing immigration, real estate, commercial. John received a A.B. degree from Brown University in 1965, and has been licensed for 52 years.

New York New York 52 yrs experience 52 year
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About John Lavette Moncrief at a glance

John Lavette Moncrief is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at John L. Moncrief. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on immigration, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in New York (1974), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1975), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1975), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1982). Educated at Fordham University (J.D., 1973) and Brown University (A.B., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Association of the Bar of the City of New York New York State Bar Association American Immigration Lawyers Association. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Lavette Moncrief is a lawyer practicing immigration, real estate, commercial
  • John received a A.B. degree from Brown University in 1965, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • John practices at John L. Moncrief in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

John Lavette Moncrief's Areas of Practice

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

Immigration Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate Law

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 New York 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

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Where is John Lavette Moncrief's law office located?
John Lavette Moncrief's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is John L. Moncrief. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Lavette Moncrief handle?
John Lavette Moncrief focuses on immigration, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has John Lavette Moncrief practiced law?
John Lavette Moncrief has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did John Lavette Moncrief go to law school?
John Lavette Moncrief earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (A.B., 1965).
How can I contact John Lavette Moncrief for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Lavette Moncrief received?
John Lavette Moncrief's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Fordham University
- 1973
A.B.
Brown University
- 1965

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1982

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