Atty. Richard John Cea

Atty. Richard John Cea

Richard John Cea is a lawyer practicing labor and employment law, estate planning, trusts and estates and 1 other area of law. Richard received a degree from New York State School of Industrial and Labor Relations at Cornell University in 1995, and has been licensed for 48 years.

Brooklyn Brooklyn 48 yrs experience 48 year
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About Richard John Cea at a glance

Richard John Cea is a Member based in Brooklyn, New York, practicing at Wingate, Kearney & Cullen, LLP. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on trusts, contracts, estate planning, and employment. Admitted to practice in New York (1978), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1979), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1982), and U.S. Supreme Court (1984). Educated at New York State School of Industrial and Labor Relations at Cornell University (Certificate University, 1995) and Fordham University (J.D., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Director, Kings County Chapter President, 1990, New York State Bar Association National Catholic Cemetery Conference The Catholic Lawyers Guild. Serands clients in Brooklyn, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Richard John Cea is a lawyer practicing labor and employment law, estate planning, trusts and estates and 1 other area of law
  • Richard received a degree from New York State School of Industrial and Labor Relations at Cornell University in 1995, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Richard practices at Wingate, Kearney & Cullen, LLP in Brooklyn, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Richard John Cea's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Contracts

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Richard John Cea is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment 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 Brooklyn 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

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Where is Richard John Cea's law office located?
Richard John Cea's law practice is located in Brooklyn, New York. The firm is Wingate, Kearney & Cullen, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard John Cea handle?
Richard John Cea focuses on trusts, contracts, estate planning, employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Richard John Cea practiced law?
Richard John Cea has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Richard John Cea go to law school?
Richard John Cea earned their education at (Certificate University, 1995); (J.D., 1977).
How can I contact Richard John Cea for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Richard John Cea received?
Richard John Cea's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

Certificate University
New York State School of Industrial and Labor Relations at Cornell University
- 1995
J.D.
Fordham University
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1984

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