Atty. Peter Weiss

Atty. Peter Weiss

Peter Weiss is a lawyer. Peter received a A.B. degree from St.

New York New York 73 Years Experience 73 year
Call (332) 232-5015

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About Peter Weiss at a glance

Peter Weiss is an attorney based in New York, New York. They have 73+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1953. Admitted to practice in New York (Inactive) (1953), U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1973), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1975), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1975). Educated at Yale University (J.D., 1952) and St. John's College (A.B., 1949). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Peter Weiss is a lawyer
  • Peter received a A.B. degree from St. John's College in 1949, and has been licensed for 73 years
  • Peter practices in New York, NY

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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Peter Weiss's law practice is located in New York, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Peter Weiss practiced law?
Peter Weiss has 73+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1953.
Where did Peter Weiss go to law school?
Peter Weiss earned their education at (J.D., 1952); (A.B., 1949).
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What awards or recognition has Peter Weiss received?
Peter Weiss's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Yale University
- 1952
A.B.
St. John's College
- 1949

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York (Inactive)
Admitted: 1953
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1978

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