Atty. Richard Levitt
Richard W. Levitt is an acclaimed criminal defense lawyer with a national reputation for excellence, whose practice has spanned more than four decades.
Appeals & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 49+ Years Experience
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About Richard Levitt at a Glance
Richard Levitt is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at Levitt & Kaizer, Attorneys at Law. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and appellate. Admitted to practice in Florida (1977), New York (1979), and District of Columbia (1980). Educated at New York University LL.M. Tax University of Miami (J.D., 1977) and State University of New York at Binghamton B.A. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Richard Levitt
- Richard W. Levitt is an acclaimed criminal defense lawyer with a national reputation for excellence, whose practice has spanned more than four decades
- Focusing on trial and appellate advocacy and post-conviction relief, he is also the author of numerous articles on criminal law-related topics, and lectures frequently for several organizations
- Richard's wide-ranging practice includes the defense of individuals charged with political corruption, RICO, money laundering, capital crimes, drug distribution, fraud, tax evasion and other offenses
- He is a past board member of the New York Criminal Bar Association and a past honoree of that organization, as well as a Life Member of the NACDL
- Richard is also the creator of the nationally-renowned judge-rating site, The Robing Room (www.therobingroom.com)
- He is the author of the 1500-page Second Circuit Criminal Law Sourcebook (North Law Publishers 2021)
- Richard received his J.D. from the University of Miami and his LL.M. from New York University
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Richard Levitt's Areas of Legal Practice
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Criminal Defense in New York
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Appellate Practice in New York
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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 Levitt
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 Levitt's practice in the field of criminal defense and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Richard Levitt brings 49+ 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, New York, and District of Columbia, Richard Levitt can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense and appellate, Richard Levitt 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 Levitt 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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