Atty. Paul Thomas Layton

Atty. Paul Thomas Layton

Paul Thomas Layton is a lawyer practicing litigation, personal injury, commercial law and 3 other areas of law. Paul received a B.A. degree from Goddard College, State University of New York at Buffalo in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years.

New York New York 45 yrs experience 45 year
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About Paul Thomas Layton at a glance

Paul Thomas Layton is a personal injury, criminal defense, business, litigation, and civil rights attorney based in New York, New York. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Admitted to practice in New York (1981). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (Juris Doctor, 1980) and Goddard College, State University of New York at Buffalo (B.A. Goddard, 1977). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Paul Thomas Layton is a lawyer practicing litigation, personal injury, commercial law and 3 other areas of law
  • Paul received a B.A. degree from Goddard College, State University of New York at Buffalo in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Paul practices in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Paul Thomas Layton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Paul Thomas Layton 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.

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Criminal Defense

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Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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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 New York 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 Paul Thomas Layton

Where is Paul Thomas Layton's law office located?
Paul Thomas Layton's law practice is located in New York, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul Thomas Layton handle?
Paul Thomas Layton focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, business, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Paul Thomas Layton practiced law?
Paul Thomas Layton has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Paul Thomas Layton go to law school?
Paul Thomas Layton earned their education at (Juris Doctor, 1980); (B.A. Goddard, 1977).
How can I contact Paul Thomas Layton for a consultation?
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Education

Juris Doctor
Brooklyn Law School
- 1980
B.A. Goddard
Goddard College, State University of New York at Buffalo
- 1977

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1981

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