Atty. Richard C. Rizzo
Richard C. Rizzo is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, antitrust law, unfair competition and patent litigation.
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Richard C. Rizzo is a Partner based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Dechert LLP. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on patent, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1970). Educated at University of Pennsylvania Law School (J.D., 1969) and LaSalle College (B.A., 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Richard C. Rizzo is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, antitrust law, unfair competition and patent litigation
- Richard received a B.A. degree from LaSalle College in 1966, and has been licensed for 56 years
- Richard practices at Dechert LLP in Philadelphia, PA
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Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania
Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Philadelphia are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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