Atty. Joshua Lax

Atty. Joshua Lax

Joshua Lax is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, criminal appeals, dui/dwi and 2 other areas of law. Joshua received a B.A. degree from Syracuse University in 2005, and has been licensed for 18 years.

Brooklyn Brooklyn 18 yrs experience 18 year
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About Joshua Lax at a glance

Joshua Lax is a dui/dwi, criminal defense, civil rights, government, and appellate attorney based in Brooklyn, New York. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (2008), U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (2008), and New York (2009). Educated at Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law (J.D., 2008) and Syracuse University (B.A., 2005). Active member of Bergen County and American Bar Associations New York County Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Brooklyn, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joshua Lax is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, criminal appeals, dui/dwi and 2 other areas of law
  • Joshua received a B.A. degree from Syracuse University in 2005, and has been licensed for 18 years
  • Joshua practices in Brooklyn, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Joshua Lax's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Criminal Defense

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Appellate Practice

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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 Brooklyn 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 Joshua Lax

Where is Joshua Lax's law office located?
Joshua Lax's law practice is located in Brooklyn, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joshua Lax handle?
Joshua Lax focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, civil rights, government, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Joshua Lax practiced law?
Joshua Lax has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did Joshua Lax go to law school?
Joshua Lax earned their education at (J.D., 2008); (B.A., 2005).
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Education

J.D.
Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law
- 2008
B.A.
Syracuse University
- 2005

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 2008
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 2008
New York
Admitted: 2009

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