Atty. Joseph John Ortego

Atty. Joseph John Ortego

Joseph John Ortego is a lawyer practicing commercial, automotive, trucking & fuel systems, aviation and 24 other areas of law. Joseph received a B.A. degree from Syracuse University in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years.

New York New York 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Joseph John Ortego at a glance

Joseph John Ortego is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on employment, business, class action, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1980) and U.S. District Court, Southern, Eastern and Northern Districts of New York, U.S. Court of Appeals, Se (1980). Educated at Boston University (J.D., 1979) and Syracuse University (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Nassau County, New York State and American. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joseph John Ortego is a lawyer practicing commercial, automotive, trucking & fuel systems, aviation and 24 other areas of law
  • Joseph received a B.A. degree from Syracuse University in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Joseph practices at Nixon Peabody LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph John Ortego's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Class Action

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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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

Common questions about Joseph John Ortego

Where is Joseph John Ortego's law office located?
Joseph John Ortego's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Nixon Peabody LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph John Ortego handle?
Joseph John Ortego focuses on employment, business, class action, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Joseph John Ortego practiced law?
Joseph John Ortego has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Joseph John Ortego go to law school?
Joseph John Ortego earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact Joseph John Ortego for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Joseph John Ortego received?
Joseph John Ortego's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Boston University
- 1979
B.A.
Syracuse University
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Southern, Eastern and Northern Districts of New York, U.S. Court of Appeals, Se
Admitted: 1980

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