Atty. Rita M. Belk

Atty. Rita M. Belk

Rita M. Belk is a lawyer practicing immigration and nationality law, family, elder law.

Cortlandt Manor Cortlandt Manor 36 yrs experience 36 year
Call (845) 881-3023 Book Appointment

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About Rita M. Belk at a glance

Rita M. Belk is a Member based in Cortlandt Manor, New York, practicing at Rita Belk Office. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on family law, immigration, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1990) and New York (2000). Educated at Washington College of Law of American University (J.D., 1988) and Edinboro University of Pennsylvania (B.S. Middlebury, 1971). Serands clients in Cortlandt Manor, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Rita M. Belk is a lawyer practicing immigration and nationality law, family, elder law
  • Rita received a B.S. degree from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania in 1971, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Rita practices at Rita Belk Office in Cortlandt Manor, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Rita M. Belk's Areas of Practice

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

Family Law

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Immigration Law

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Elder Law

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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 Cortlandt Manor 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

Common questions about Rita M. Belk

Where is Rita M. Belk's law office located?
Rita M. Belk's law practice is located in Cortlandt Manor, New York. The firm is Rita Belk Office. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Rita M. Belk handle?
Rita M. Belk focuses on family law, immigration, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Rita M. Belk practiced law?
Rita M. Belk has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Rita M. Belk go to law school?
Rita M. Belk earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.S. Middlebury, 1971).
How can I contact Rita M. Belk for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Washington College of Law of American University
- 1988
B.S. Middlebury
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
- 1971

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1990
New York
Admitted: 2000

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