Atty. Joseph Bruce Porter

Atty. Joseph Bruce Porter

Joseph Bruce Porter is a lawyer practicing education law. Joseph received a B.A. degree from Manhattan College in 1980, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Albany Albany 40 yrs experience 40 year
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About Joseph Bruce Porter at a glance

Joseph Bruce Porter is a V.P. for Legal & Governmental Affairs & Gen. Coun. based in Albany, New York. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on education. Admitted to practice in New York (1986). Educated at Albany Law School of Union University (J.D., 1984) and Manhattan College (B.A., 1980). Serands clients in Albany, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joseph Bruce Porter is a lawyer practicing education law
  • Joseph received a B.A. degree from Manhattan College in 1980, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Joseph practices in Albany, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph Bruce Porter's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joseph Bruce Porter handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

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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 Albany 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 Joseph Bruce Porter's law office located?
Joseph Bruce Porter's law practice is located in Albany, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph Bruce Porter handle?
Joseph Bruce Porter focuses on education. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Joseph Bruce Porter practiced law?
Joseph Bruce Porter has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Joseph Bruce Porter go to law school?
Joseph Bruce Porter earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1980).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Albany Law School of Union University
- 1984
B.A.
Manhattan College
- 1980

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1986

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