Atty. Richard R. Leff

Atty. Richard R. Leff

Richard R. Leff is a lawyer practicing criminal defense.

Kew Gardens Kew Gardens 55 yrs experience 55 year
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About Richard R. Leff at a glance

Richard R. Leff is a Member based in Kew Gardens, New York, practicing at Richard R. Leff. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in New York (1971). Educated at New York University Law School (J.D., 1971) and New York University (B.A., 1967). Serands clients in Kew Gardens, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Richard R. Leff is a lawyer practicing criminal defense
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from New York University in 1967, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • Richard practices at Richard R. Leff in Kew Gardens, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Richard R. Leff's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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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 Kew Gardens 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 R. Leff's law office located?
Richard R. Leff's law practice is located in Kew Gardens, New York. The firm is Richard R. Leff. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard R. Leff handle?
Richard R. Leff focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Richard R. Leff practiced law?
Richard R. Leff has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did Richard R. Leff go to law school?
Richard R. Leff earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (B.A., 1967).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
New York University Law School
- 1971
B.A.
New York University
- 1967

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1971

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