Atty. Robert Philip Leighton
Robert Philip Leighton is a lawyer practicing criminal law, general practice, criminal defense. Robert received a B.A. degree from Muhlenberg College, and has been licensed for 64 years.
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Robert Philip Leighton is a criminal defense attorney based in New York, New York. They have 64+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1962. Admitted to practice in New York (1962). Educated at Brooklyn Law School LL.B. (—) and Muhlenberg College B.A. (—). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Robert Philip Leighton is a lawyer practicing criminal law, general practice, criminal defense
- Robert received a B.A. degree from Muhlenberg College, and has been licensed for 64 years
- Robert practices in New York, NY
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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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