Atty. Richard Winsten

Atty. Richard Winsten

Richard Winsten is a lawyer practicing government relations, labor law, medical marijuana law. Richard received a B.A. degree from State Universtiy of New York at Binghamton, Harpur College in 1973, and has been licensed for 48 years.

Albany Albany 48 yrs experience 48 year
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About Richard Winsten at a glance

Richard Winsten is a Member based in Albany, New York, practicing at Meyer, Suozzi, English & Klein, P.C.. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on employment, government, and cannabis. Admitted to practice in New York (1978). Educated at New York University School of Law (J.D., 1977) and State Universtiy of New York at Binghamton, Harpur College (B.A., 1973). Active member of Memberships New York State Bar Association New York State Public Utility Law Project, Chairman of the Board. Serands clients in Albany, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Richard Winsten is a lawyer practicing government relations, labor law, medical marijuana law
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from State Universtiy of New York at Binghamton, Harpur College in 1973, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Richard practices at Meyer, Suozzi, English & Klein, P.C. in Albany, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Winsten's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

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

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Cannabis & Marijuana Law

Cannabis attorneys for business licensing, regulatory compliance, and marijuana-related legal matters.

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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 Albany 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 Winsten's law office located?
Richard Winsten's law practice is located in Albany, New York. The firm is Meyer, Suozzi, English & Klein, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Winsten handle?
Richard Winsten focuses on employment, government, cannabis. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Richard Winsten practiced law?
Richard Winsten has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Richard Winsten go to law school?
Richard Winsten earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact Richard Winsten for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
New York University School of Law
- 1977
B.A.
State Universtiy of New York at Binghamton, Harpur College
- 1973

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1978

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