Atty. Robert Joseph DeSousa

Atty. Robert Joseph DeSousa

Robert Joseph DeSousa is a lawyer practicing human and civil rights, general practice, legal ethics and professional responsibility. Robert has been licensed for 41 years.

Harrisburg Harrisburg 41 yrs experience 41 year
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About Robert Joseph DeSousa at a glance

Robert Joseph DeSousa is a civil rights attorney based in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1985). Serands clients in Harrisburg, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Robert Joseph DeSousa is a lawyer practicing human and civil rights, general practice, legal ethics and professional responsibility
  • Robert has been licensed for 41 years
  • Robert practices in Harrisburg, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Joseph DeSousa's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

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

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Where is Robert Joseph DeSousa's law office located?
Robert Joseph DeSousa's law practice is located in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Joseph DeSousa handle?
Robert Joseph DeSousa focuses on civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Robert Joseph DeSousa practiced law?
Robert Joseph DeSousa has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
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Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1985

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