Atty. Robert James McDonald

Atty. Robert James McDonald

Robert James McDonald is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, criminal litigation. Robert received a B.S. degree from St.

Long Island City Long Island City 46 yrs experience 46 year
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About Robert James McDonald at a glance

Robert James McDonald is a Supm. Ct. Jus. based in Long Island City, New York. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1980), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1982), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York and U.S. Court of International Trade (1982), and U.S. Tax Court (1983). Educated at New York Law School (J.D., 1979) and St. John's University B.S. (—). Serands clients in Long Island City, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Robert James McDonald is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, criminal litigation
  • Robert received a B.S. degree from St. John's University, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Robert practices in Long Island City, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Robert James McDonald's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Civil Litigation

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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 Long Island City 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 Robert James McDonald's law office located?
Robert James McDonald's law practice is located in Long Island City, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert James McDonald handle?
Robert James McDonald focuses on criminal defense, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Robert James McDonald practiced law?
Robert James McDonald has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Robert James McDonald go to law school?
Robert James McDonald earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (—).
How can I contact Robert James McDonald for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
New York Law School
- 1979
St. John's University B.S.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York and U.S. Court of International Trade
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1984

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