Atty. Samantha Velez

Atty. Samantha Velez

Samantha Velez is a lawyer practicing accountants, admiralty & maritime, alternative dispute resolution and 7 other areas of law. Samantha received a B.A. degree from Johns Hopkins University in 1995, and has been licensed for 22 years.

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Profile Summary

About Samantha Velez at a glance

Samantha Velez is an Associate based in New York, New York, practicing at Rutherford & Christie LLP. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, employment, business, slip & fall, and education. Admitted to practice in New York (2004), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (2005), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (2005). Educated at Fordham University School of Law (J.D., 2003) and Johns Hopkins University (B.A., 1995). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Samantha Velez is a lawyer practicing accountants, admiralty & maritime, alternative dispute resolution and 7 other areas of law
  • Samantha received a B.A. degree from Johns Hopkins University in 1995, and has been licensed for 22 years
  • Samantha practices at Rutherford & Christie LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Samantha Velez's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

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Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

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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 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 Samantha Velez

Where is Samantha Velez's law office located?
Samantha Velez's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Rutherford & Christie LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Samantha Velez handle?
Samantha Velez focuses on medical malpractice, employment, business, slip & fall, education. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Samantha Velez practiced law?
Samantha Velez has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
Where did Samantha Velez go to law school?
Samantha Velez earned their education at (J.D., 2003); (B.A., 1995).
How can I contact Samantha Velez for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Fordham University School of Law
- 2003
B.A.
Johns Hopkins University
- 1995

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2004
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 2005
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 2005

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