Atty. Richard T Decou

Atty. Richard T Decou

Richard T Decou is a lawyer practicing closely held businesses, estate administration, estate planning and 3 other areas of law. Richard received a B.A. degree from Stanford University, Palo Alto, California in 1966, and has been licensed for 57 years.

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Profile Summary

About Richard T Decou at a glance

Richard T Decou is a trusts, probate, and estate planning attorney based in Mount Laurel, New Jersey. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1969), U.S. Tax Court (1983), and Florida (1983). Educated at Stanford University, Palo Alto, California (B.A. Political, 1966) and University of Pennsylvania Law School JD - Juris Doctor (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Mount Laurel, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Richard T Decou is a lawyer practicing closely held businesses, estate administration, estate planning and 3 other areas of law
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from Stanford University, Palo Alto, California in 1966, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • Richard practices in Mount Laurel, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

Richard T Decou's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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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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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 Mount Laurel 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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Where is Richard T Decou's law office located?
Richard T Decou's law practice is located in Mount Laurel, New Jersey. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard T Decou handle?
Richard T Decou focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Richard T Decou practiced law?
Richard T Decou has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did Richard T Decou go to law school?
Richard T Decou earned their education at (B.A. Political, 1966); (—).
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What awards or recognition has Richard T Decou received?
Richard T Decou's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

B.A. Political
Stanford University, Palo Alto, California
- 1966
University of Pennsylvania Law School JD - Juris Doctor
- In Progress

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1969
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1983
Florida
Admitted: 1983

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