Atty. Leighton C. Detora

Atty. Leighton C. Detora

Leighton C. Detora is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, civil litigation.

Barre Barre 54 yrs experience 54 year
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About Leighton C. Detora at a glance

Leighton C. Detora is a Partner based in Barre, Vermont, practicing at Valsangiacomo, Detora & McQuesten, P.C.. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on personal injury and litigation. Admitted to practice in Vermont (1972) and U.S. District Court, District of Vermont (1972). Educated at Suffolk University (J.D., 1970) and Merrimack College (B.A., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Vermont (Member, Committee on Torts) and American (Member, Tort and Insurance Practice Section) Bar Associations Vermont Trial Lawyers Association (Member, Board of Governors, 1991— President, 1998-1999) Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Barre, VT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Leighton C. Detora is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, civil litigation
  • Leighton received a B.A. degree from Merrimack College in 1967, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Leighton practices at Valsangiacomo, Detora & McQuesten, P.C. in Barre, VT

Practice Areas Explained

Leighton C. Detora's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Leighton C. Detora is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Vermont →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Vermont

Practicing law in Vermont. Legal matters in Vermont are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Barre are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Vermont state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Vermont 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 Vermont courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Leighton C. Detora

Where is Leighton C. Detora's law office located?
Leighton C. Detora's law practice is located in Barre, Vermont. The firm is Valsangiacomo, Detora & McQuesten, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Leighton C. Detora handle?
Leighton C. Detora focuses on personal injury, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Vermont.
How long has Leighton C. Detora practiced law?
Leighton C. Detora has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Leighton C. Detora go to law school?
Leighton C. Detora earned their education at (J.D., 1970); (B.A., 1967).
How can I contact Leighton C. Detora for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Leighton C. Detora received?
Leighton C. Detora's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Suffolk University
- 1970
B.A.
Merrimack College
- 1967

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Vermont
Admitted: 1972
U.S. District Court, District of Vermont
Admitted: 1972

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