Atty. Robert Payne Preuss

Atty. Robert Payne Preuss

Robert Payne Preuss is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, ethics & professional responsibility, criminal law and 7 other areas of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from Colgate University in 1971, and has been licensed for 47 years.

New York New York 47 yrs experience 47 year
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About Robert Payne Preuss at a glance

Robert Payne Preuss is an Atty. Gen.-New Jersey based in New York, New York. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on sexual harassment, criminal defense, family law, employment, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in New York (Inactive) (1979) and New Jersey U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York U.S. District Court, Eastern District (1998). Educated at New York University School of Law (J.D., 1978) and Colgate University (B.A., 1971). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Robert Payne Preuss is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, ethics & professional responsibility, criminal law and 7 other areas of law
  • Robert received a B.A. degree from Colgate University in 1971, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Robert practices in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Payne Preuss's Areas of Practice

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

Sexual Harassment

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Employment Law

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Civil Rights

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 New York 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 Robert Payne Preuss

Where is Robert Payne Preuss's law office located?
Robert Payne Preuss's law practice is located in New York, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Payne Preuss handle?
Robert Payne Preuss focuses on sexual harassment, criminal defense, family law, employment, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Robert Payne Preuss practiced law?
Robert Payne Preuss has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Robert Payne Preuss go to law school?
Robert Payne Preuss earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact Robert Payne Preuss for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
New York University School of Law
- 1978
B.A.
Colgate University
- 1971

Bar Admissions

New York (Inactive)
Admitted: 1979
New Jersey U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York U.S. District Court, Eastern District
Admitted: 1998

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