Atty. Richard Christopher Aitken

Atty. Richard Christopher Aitken

Richard Christopher Aitken is a lawyer practicing general practice, family, criminal defense and 1 other area of law. Richard received a B.A. degree from Ohio University in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years.

Melville Melville 32 yrs experience 32 year
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About Richard Christopher Aitken at a glance

Richard Christopher Aitken is a criminal defense, family law, and insurance attorney based in Melville, New York. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Admitted to practice in New York (1994) and Eastern and Southern Districts of New York (1994). Educated at Touro College (J.D., 1994) and Ohio University (B.A., 1990). Serands clients in Melville, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Richard Christopher Aitken is a lawyer practicing general practice, family, criminal defense and 1 other area of law
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from Ohio University in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Richard practices in Melville, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Christopher Aitken's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 Melville 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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Where is Richard Christopher Aitken's law office located?
Richard Christopher Aitken's law practice is located in Melville, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Christopher Aitken handle?
Richard Christopher Aitken focuses on criminal defense, family law, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Richard Christopher Aitken practiced law?
Richard Christopher Aitken has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Richard Christopher Aitken go to law school?
Richard Christopher Aitken earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.A., 1990).
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Education

J.D.
Touro College
- 1994
B.A.
Ohio University
- 1990

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1994
Eastern and Southern Districts of New York
Admitted: 1994

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