Atty. Richard Eric Leff
Mr. Richard Eric Leff is a lawyer practicing toxic torts, product liability, labor law and 8 other areas of law.
Labor Law & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 31+ Years Experience
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About Richard Eric Leff at a Glance
Richard Eric Leff is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at McGivney & Kluger, P.C.. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, construction, slip & fall, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Florida (1995), District of Columbia (1997), and New York U.S. District Court, Southern, District of Florida U.S. District Court, Southern, Eastern a (1998). Educated at University of Miami (J.D., 1995) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1992). Active member of Dade County, New York State and American Bar Associations New York County Lawyer's Association. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Richard Eric Leff
- Mr. Richard Eric Leff is a lawyer practicing toxic torts, product liability, labor law and 8 other areas of law
- Richard received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years
- Richard practices at McGivney & Kluger, P.C. in New York, NY
Practice Areas Explained
Richard Eric Leff's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard Eric Leff handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Personal Injury in New York
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Employment Law in New York
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Richard Eric Leff is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in New York →
Construction Law in New York
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Slip & Fall / Premises Liability in New York
Richard Eric Leff is one of 29,187 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in New York →
Product Liability in New York
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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 New York 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 venue, 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.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in New York Choose Richard Eric Leff
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Richard Eric Leff's practice in the field of personal injury, employment, construction, slip & fall, and product liability.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Richard Eric Leff brings 31+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Florida, District of Columbia, and New York U.S. District Court, Southern, District of Florida U.S. District Court, Southern, Eastern a, Richard Eric Leff can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, employment, and construction, Richard Eric Leff can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Richard Eric Leff attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Richard Eric Leff Handles in New York
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