Atty. Mary E. Clerkin
Mary E. Clerkin is a lawyer practicing civil rights law, government law.
Civil Rights Law & More Attorney · Serving Albany, NY · 45+ Years Experience
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About Mary E. Clerkin at a Glance
Mary E. Clerkin is an Asst. Atty. Gen. based in Albany, New York. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on civil rights and government. Admitted to practice in Vermont (1981), U.S. District Court, District of Vermont (1981), and New York (1983). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1980) and University of Vermont (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Albany, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mary E. Clerkin
- Mary E. Clerkin is a lawyer practicing civil rights law, government law
- Mary received a B.A. degree from University of Vermont in 1976, and has been licensed for 45 years
- Mary practices in Albany, NY
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Mary E. Clerkin's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mary E. Clerkin handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Albany.
Civil Rights in Albany
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
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Government & Administrative Law in Albany
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Albany
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 venue, 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.
Albany Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Albany-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Why Clients in Albany Choose Mary E. Clerkin
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Mary E. Clerkin's practice in the field of civil rights and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Mary E. Clerkin brings 45+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Vermont, U.S. District Court, District of Vermont, and New York, Mary E. Clerkin can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering civil rights and government, Mary E. Clerkin can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Albany
A Albany-based practice means Mary E. Clerkin attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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