Atty. Rae Downes Koshetz

Atty. Rae Downes Koshetz

Rae Downes Koshetz is a lawyer practicing arbitration, litigation, appeals and 6 other areas of law. Rae received a B.A. degree from Connecticut College in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years.

New York New York 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Rae Downes Koshetz at a glance

Rae Downes Koshetz is an Of Counsel based in New York, New York, practicing at Edward W. Hayes, P.C.. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on divorce, criminal defense, family law, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in New York (1978), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1978), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1978). Educated at Rutgers University School of Law (J.D., 1978) and Connecticut College (B.A., 1975). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Rae Downes Koshetz is a lawyer practicing arbitration, litigation, appeals and 6 other areas of law
  • Rae received a B.A. degree from Connecticut College in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Rae practices at Edward W. Hayes, P.C. in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Rae Downes Koshetz's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Civil Litigation

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

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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 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 Rae Downes Koshetz

Where is Rae Downes Koshetz's law office located?
Rae Downes Koshetz's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Edward W. Hayes, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Rae Downes Koshetz handle?
Rae Downes Koshetz focuses on divorce, criminal defense, family law, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Rae Downes Koshetz practiced law?
Rae Downes Koshetz has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Rae Downes Koshetz go to law school?
Rae Downes Koshetz earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Rae Downes Koshetz for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Rutgers University School of Law
- 1978
B.A.
Connecticut College
- 1975

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1978

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