Atty. Peter Breheny

Atty. Peter Breheny

Peter Breheny is a lawyer practicing construction litigation, architectural malpractice, engineering malpractice and 5 other areas of law. Peter received a B.A. degree from Columbia University in 1983, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Farmingdale Farmingdale 37 Years Experience 37 year
Call (914) 278-1933

Profile Summary

About Peter Breheny at a glance

Peter Breheny is an Attorney based in Farmingdale, New York, practicing at Carman, Callahan & Ingham LLP. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on employment, construction, product liability, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in New York (1989) and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1989). Educated at Fordham University (J.D., 1987) and Columbia University (B.A., 1983). Serves clients in Farmingdale, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Peter Breheny is a lawyer practicing construction litigation, architectural malpractice, engineering malpractice and 5 other areas of law
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from Columbia University in 1983, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Peter practices at Carman, Callahan & Ingham LLP in Farmingdale, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Breheny's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

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

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Construction Law

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

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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 Farmingdale 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Peter Breheny

Where is Peter Breheny's law office located?
Peter Breheny's law practice is located in Farmingdale, New York. The firm is Carman, Callahan & Ingham LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Breheny handle?
Peter Breheny focuses on employment, construction, product liability, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Peter Breheny practiced law?
Peter Breheny has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Peter Breheny go to law school?
Peter Breheny earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact Peter Breheny for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Fordham University
- 1987
B.A.
Columbia University
- 1983

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1989

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