Atty. Richard B. Ancowitz

Atty. Richard B. Ancowitz

Richard B. Ancowitz is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, insurance, medical malpractice and 1 other area of law.

Albany Albany 43 yrs experience 43 year
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About Richard B. Ancowitz at a glance

Richard B. Ancowitz is a Member based in Albany, New York, practicing at Richard B. Ancowitz. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, litigation, insurance, and adr. Admitted to practice in New York (1983), Florida (1983), and U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of New York (1983). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D., 1982) and University of Rochester (B.A., 1979). Active member of New York State Bar Association The Florida Bar The Association of Trial Lawyers of America New York State Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Albany, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Richard B. Ancowitz is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, insurance, medical malpractice and 1 other area of law
  • Richard B. received a B.A. degree from University of Rochester in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Richard B. practices at Richard B. Ancowitz in Albany, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Richard B. Ancowitz's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard B. Ancowitz handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

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Mediation & Arbitration

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

Richard B. Ancowitz is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in New York →

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 Albany 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 Richard B. Ancowitz

Where is Richard B. Ancowitz's law office located?
Richard B. Ancowitz's law practice is located in Albany, New York. The firm is Richard B. Ancowitz. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard B. Ancowitz handle?
Richard B. Ancowitz focuses on medical malpractice, litigation, insurance, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Richard B. Ancowitz practiced law?
Richard B. Ancowitz has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Richard B. Ancowitz go to law school?
Richard B. Ancowitz earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact Richard B. Ancowitz for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Brooklyn Law School
- 1982
B.A.
University of Rochester
- 1979

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1983
Florida
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of New York
Admitted: 1983

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