Atty. Philip Gary Schnelwar

Atty. Philip Gary Schnelwar

Philip Gary Schnelwar is a lawyer practicing criminal law. Philip received a B.A. degree from City College of the City of New York in 1967, and has been licensed for 55 years.

White Plains White Plains 55 yrs experience 55 year
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About Philip Gary Schnelwar at a glance

Philip Gary Schnelwar is a Member based in White Plains, New York, practicing at Law Office of Philip G. Schnelwar. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in New York (1971). Educated at New York Law School (J.D., 1971) and City College of the City of New York (B.A., 1967). Serands clients in White Plains, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Philip Gary Schnelwar is a lawyer practicing criminal law
  • Philip received a B.A. degree from City College of the City of New York in 1967, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • Philip practices at Law Office of Philip G. Schnelwar in White Plains, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Philip Gary Schnelwar's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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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 White Plains 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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Where is Philip Gary Schnelwar's law office located?
Philip Gary Schnelwar's law practice is located in White Plains, New York. The firm is Law Office of Philip G. Schnelwar. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Philip Gary Schnelwar handle?
Philip Gary Schnelwar focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Philip Gary Schnelwar practiced law?
Philip Gary Schnelwar has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did Philip Gary Schnelwar go to law school?
Philip Gary Schnelwar earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (B.A., 1967).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
New York Law School
- 1971
B.A.
City College of the City of New York
- 1967

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1971

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