Atty. Richard S Last

Atty. Richard S Last

Richard S Last is a lawyer practicing banking law, admiralty law, general commercial and 3 other areas of law. Richard received a M.B.A. degree from Baruch College in 1976, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Fort Lee Fort Lee 44 yrs experience 44 year
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About Richard S Last at a glance

Richard S Last is a Member based in Fort Lee, New Jersey, practicing at Kahn Opton, L.L.P.. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, litigation, and maritime. Admitted to practice in New York (1982), New Jersey (1982), U.S. District Court, Eastern and Southern Districts of New York and U.S. District Court, District of (1982), and U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1986). Educated at Fordham University (J.D., 1981) and Baruch College (M.B.A. Queens, 1976). Active member of New York State and American Bar Associations New York County Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Fort Lee, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Richard S Last is a lawyer practicing banking law, admiralty law, general commercial and 3 other areas of law
  • Richard received a M.B.A. degree from Baruch College in 1976, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Richard practices at Kahn Opton, L.L.P. in Fort Lee, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

Richard S Last's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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Civil Litigation

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Maritime & Admiralty Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Jersey

Practicing law in New Jersey. Legal matters in New Jersey are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fort Lee are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Jersey state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Jersey 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 Jersey courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Richard S Last

Where is Richard S Last's law office located?
Richard S Last's law practice is located in Fort Lee, New Jersey. The firm is Kahn Opton, L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard S Last handle?
Richard S Last focuses on business, bankruptcy, litigation, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Richard S Last practiced law?
Richard S Last has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Richard S Last go to law school?
Richard S Last earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (M.B.A. Queens, 1976).
How can I contact Richard S Last for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Fordham University
- 1981
M.B.A. Queens
Baruch College
- 1976

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1982
New Jersey
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Eastern and Southern Districts of New York and U.S. District Court, District of
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Court of International Trade
Admitted: 1988

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