Atty. John Ritter, Jr

Atty. John Ritter, Jr

John Ritter, Jr is a lawyer practicing real estate, environmental law, litigation. John received a B.A. degree from Columbia University in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Locust Valley Locust Valley 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About John Ritter, Jr at a glance

John Ritter, Jr is a Partner based in Locust Valley, New York, practicing at Humes & Wagner, LLP. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on real estate, litigation, and environmental. Admitted to practice in New York (1984). Educated at New York Law School (J.D., 1983) and Columbia University (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Locust Valley, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Ritter, Jr is a lawyer practicing real estate, environmental law, litigation
  • John received a B.A. degree from Columbia University in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • John practices at Humes & Wagner, LLP in Locust Valley, NY

Practice Areas Explained

John Ritter, Jr's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Civil Litigation

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

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

John Ritter, Jr is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in New York →

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 Locust Valley 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 John Ritter, Jr

Where is John Ritter, Jr's law office located?
John Ritter, Jr's law practice is located in Locust Valley, New York. The firm is Humes & Wagner, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Ritter, Jr handle?
John Ritter, Jr focuses on real estate, litigation, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has John Ritter, Jr practiced law?
John Ritter, Jr has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did John Ritter, Jr go to law school?
John Ritter, Jr earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact John Ritter, Jr for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Ritter, Jr received?
John Ritter, Jr's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
New York Law School
- 1983
B.A.
Columbia University
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1984

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