Atty. Peter Basil Skelos

Atty. Peter Basil Skelos

Peter Basil Skelos is a lawyer practicing litigation. Peter received a B.A. degree from Emory University in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years.

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Profile Summary

About Peter Basil Skelos at a glance

Peter Basil Skelos is a Partner based in Uniondale, New York, practicing at Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1981), Florida (1981), and U.S. Supreme Court U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York U.S. District Court, Southern D (1986). Educated at Fordham University (J.D., 1980) and Emory University (B.A., 1977). Active member of Nassau County Bar Association (Member: Plaintiff's Roundtable Committee, 1986— Medical-Legal Committee, 1986— Young Lawyers, 1987) The Florida Bar Nassau County Planning Commission. Serands clients in Uniondale, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Peter Basil Skelos is a lawyer practicing litigation
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from Emory University in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Peter practices at Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP in Uniondale, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Basil Skelos's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter Basil Skelos handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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 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 Uniondale 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 Peter Basil Skelos

Where is Peter Basil Skelos's law office located?
Peter Basil Skelos's law practice is located in Uniondale, New York. The firm is Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Basil Skelos handle?
Peter Basil Skelos focuses on litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Peter Basil Skelos practiced law?
Peter Basil Skelos has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Peter Basil Skelos go to law school?
Peter Basil Skelos earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact Peter Basil Skelos for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Fordham University
- 1980
B.A.
Emory University
- 1977

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1981
Florida
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Supreme Court U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York U.S. District Court, Southern D
Admitted: 1986

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