Atty. Richard Bertil Peterson

Atty. Richard Bertil Peterson

Richard Bertil Peterson is a lawyer practicing probate. Richard received a B.A. degree from Grove City College in 1963, and has been licensed for 59 years.

Great Neck Great Neck 59 yrs experience 59 year
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About Richard Bertil Peterson at a glance

Richard Bertil Peterson is a probate attorney based in Great Neck, New York. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Admitted to practice in New York (1967), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1975), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1975), and U.S. Supreme Court (1976). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (LL.B., 1966) and Grove City College (B.A., 1963). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Great Neck, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Richard Bertil Peterson is a lawyer practicing probate
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from Grove City College in 1963, and has been licensed for 59 years
  • Richard practices in Great Neck, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Bertil Peterson's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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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 Great Neck 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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Common questions about Richard Bertil Peterson

Where is Richard Bertil Peterson's law office located?
Richard Bertil Peterson's law practice is located in Great Neck, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Bertil Peterson handle?
Richard Bertil Peterson focuses on probate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Richard Bertil Peterson practiced law?
Richard Bertil Peterson has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
Where did Richard Bertil Peterson go to law school?
Richard Bertil Peterson earned their education at (LL.B., 1966); (B.A., 1963).
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What awards or recognition has Richard Bertil Peterson received?
Richard Bertil Peterson's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Practice Areas

Education

LL.B.
Brooklyn Law School
- 1966
B.A.
Grove City College
- 1963

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1967
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Tax Court and U.S. Claims Court
Admitted: 1984

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