Atty. Nathaniel V. Riley

Atty. Nathaniel V. Riley

Nathaniel V. Riley is a lawyer practicing federal employment law, criminal law, appellate law.

Syracuse Syracuse 18 yrs experience 18 year
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About Nathaniel V. Riley at a glance

Nathaniel V. Riley is a Senior Attorney based in Syracuse, New York. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, employment, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2008), Michigan (2013), and New York United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit (2017). Educated at The John Marshall Law School (J.D., 2008) and University of New Mexico (B.A., 2005). Serands clients in Syracuse, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Nathaniel V. Riley is a lawyer practicing federal employment law, criminal law, appellate law
  • Nathaniel received a B.A. degree from University of New Mexico in 2005, and has been licensed for 18 years
  • Nathaniel practices in Syracuse, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Nathaniel V. Riley's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Nathaniel V. Riley is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in New York →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

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 Syracuse 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

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

J.D.
The John Marshall Law School
- 2008
B.A.
University of New Mexico
- 2005

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2008
Michigan
Admitted: 2013
New York United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit
Admitted: 2017

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