Attorney · Serving Staten Island, NY · 54+ Years Experience
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About John S. Long at a Glance
John S. Long is a Member based in Staten Island, New York, practicing at J. Steven Long. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Admitted to practice in New York (1972) and U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of New York and U.S. Supreme Court (1972). Educated at St. John's University (J.D., 1971) and Monmouth College (B.A., 1967). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of Staten Island Trial Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Staten Island, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John S. Long
- John S. Long is a lawyer
- John received a B.A. degree from Monmouth College in 1967, and has been licensed for 54 years
- John practices at J. Steven Long in Staten Island, NY
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Staten Island
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 Staten Island 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 venue, 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.
Staten Island Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Staten Island-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Staten Island Choose John S. Long
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish John S. Long's practice.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John S. Long brings 54+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York and U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of New York and U.S. Supreme Court, John S. Long can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Local Presence in Staten Island
A Staten Island-based practice means John S. Long attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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