Atty. Rafael Penate

Atty. Rafael Penate

Rafael Penate is a lawyer practicing international law, criminal defense, power of attorney and 4 other areas of law. Rafael received a degree from University of El Salvador in 1976, and has been licensed for 50 years.

Brentwood Brentwood 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About Rafael Penate at a glance

Rafael Penate is a divorce, criminal defense, immigration, poa, and international attorney based in Brentwood, New York. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Admitted to practice in El Salvador (1976), New York (1992), U.S. District Court, Eastern and Southern Districts of New York (1992), and District of Columbia (2000). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (Juris Doctorate, 1992) and University of El Salvador (P.H.D., 1976). Serands clients in Brentwood, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Rafael Penate is a lawyer practicing international law, criminal defense, power of attorney and 4 other areas of law
  • Rafael received a degree from University of El Salvador in 1976, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Rafael practices in Brentwood, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Rafael Penate's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Rafael Penate 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

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Immigration Law

Immigration attorneys help with green cards, visas, citizenship, asylum, and deportation defense. Find a verified immigration lawyer for your case.

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Power of Attorney

Rafael Penate is one of 33,188 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa attorneys in New York →

International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

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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 Brentwood 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 Rafael Penate

Where is Rafael Penate's law office located?
Rafael Penate's law practice is located in Brentwood, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Rafael Penate handle?
Rafael Penate focuses on divorce, criminal defense, immigration, poa, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Rafael Penate practiced law?
Rafael Penate has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Rafael Penate go to law school?
Rafael Penate earned their education at (Juris Doctorate, 1992); (P.H.D., 1976).
How can I contact Rafael Penate for a consultation?
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Education

Juris Doctorate
Brooklyn Law School
- 1992
P.H.D.
University of El Salvador
- 1976

Bar Admissions

El Salvador
Admitted: 1976
New York
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Eastern and Southern Districts of New York
Admitted: 1992
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2000

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