Atty. Lawrence J. Desiderio

Atty. Lawrence J. Desiderio

Lawrence J. Desiderio is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dui & dwi, family.

Buffalo Buffalo 36 yrs experience 36 year
Call (716) 468-1276 Book Appointment

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About Lawrence J. Desiderio at a glance

Lawrence J. Desiderio is a dui/dwi, criminal defense, and family law attorney based in Buffalo, New York. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Admitted to practice in New York (1990). Educated at American University, Washington College of Law (LL.M, 1989) and University Dayton Amu (—). Serands clients in Buffalo, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Lawrence J. Desiderio is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dui & dwi, family
  • Lawrence received a degree from University Dayton Amu, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Lawrence practices in Buffalo, NY

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Lawrence J. Desiderio's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lawrence J. Desiderio 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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Family Law

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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 Buffalo 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 Lawrence J. Desiderio's law office located?
Lawrence J. Desiderio's law practice is located in Buffalo, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lawrence J. Desiderio handle?
Lawrence J. Desiderio focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Lawrence J. Desiderio practiced law?
Lawrence J. Desiderio has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Lawrence J. Desiderio go to law school?
Lawrence J. Desiderio earned their education at (LL.M, 1989); (—).
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Education

LL.M
American University, Washington College of Law
- 1989
University Dayton Amu
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1990

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