Atty. John R Schwartz

Atty. John R Schwartz

John R Schwartz is a lawyer practicing civil rights, elder law, election campaigns & political law and 2 other areas of law. John received a B.S. degree from John Carroll University in 1966, and has been licensed for 56 years.

Rochester Rochester 56 yrs experience 56 year
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Profile Summary

About John R Schwartz at a glance

John R Schwartz is a City J. based in Rochester, New York. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on litigation, civil rights, elder law, and government. Admitted to practice in New York (1970) and New Jersey (1977). Educated at Albany Law School of Union University (J.D., 1969) and John Carroll University (B.S., 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Rochester, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John R Schwartz is a lawyer practicing civil rights, elder law, election campaigns & political law and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from John Carroll University in 1966, and has been licensed for 56 years
  • John practices in Rochester, NY

Practice Areas Explained

John R Schwartz's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Civil Rights

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

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Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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 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 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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Where is John R Schwartz's law office located?
John R Schwartz's law practice is located in Rochester, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John R Schwartz handle?
John R Schwartz focuses on litigation, civil rights, elder law, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has John R Schwartz practiced law?
John R Schwartz has 56+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1970.
Where did John R Schwartz go to law school?
John R Schwartz earned their education at (J.D., 1969); (B.S., 1966).
How can I contact John R Schwartz for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John R Schwartz received?
John R Schwartz's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Albany Law School of Union University
- 1969
B.S.
John Carroll University
- 1966

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1970
New Jersey
Admitted: 1977

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