Atty. Peter E. Barakett

Atty. Peter E. Barakett

Peter E. Barakett is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, business planning, wills and 3 other areas of law.

New York New York 30 Years Experience 30 year
Call (332) 334-4428

Profile Summary

About Peter E. Barakett at a glance

Peter E. Barakett is a C.O.O. & Legal Coun. based in New York, New York. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on wills, contracts, trusts, business, and ip. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1996). Educated at New England School of Law (J.D., 1996) and Mount Allison University (B.A., 1985). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Peter E. Barakett is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, business planning, wills and 3 other areas of law
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from Mount Allison University in 1985, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Peter practices in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Peter E. Barakett's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

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Contracts

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Trusts

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Business & Corporate Law

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Intellectual Property

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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 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 E. Barakett

Where is Peter E. Barakett's law office located?
Peter E. Barakett's law practice is located in New York, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter E. Barakett handle?
Peter E. Barakett focuses on wills, contracts, trusts, business, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Peter E. Barakett practiced law?
Peter E. Barakett has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Peter E. Barakett go to law school?
Peter E. Barakett earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A., 1985).
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Education

J.D.
New England School of Law
- 1996
B.A.
Mount Allison University
- 1985

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1996

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