Atty. Steven Lorne Richards

Atty. Steven Lorne Richards

Steven Lorne Richards is a lawyer practicing trial practice, environmental, appeals and 3 other areas of law. Steven received a B.A. degree from Union College in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Saratoga Springs Saratoga Springs 44 yrs experience 44 year
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About Steven Lorne Richards at a glance

Steven Lorne Richards is a Member based in Saratoga Springs, New York, practicing at Law Offices of Steven L. Richards. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, environmental, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Connecticut U.S. District Court, District of Hawaii (1982), Massachusetts (1993), and New York (1998). Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 1982) and Union College (B.A., 1979). Serands clients in Saratoga Springs, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Steven Lorne Richards is a lawyer practicing trial practice, environmental, appeals and 3 other areas of law
  • Steven received a B.A. degree from Union College in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Steven practices at Law Offices of Steven L. Richards in Saratoga Springs, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Steven Lorne Richards's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Environmental Law

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Appellate Practice

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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 Saratoga Springs 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 Steven Lorne Richards

Where is Steven Lorne Richards's law office located?
Steven Lorne Richards's law practice is located in Saratoga Springs, New York. The firm is Law Offices of Steven L. Richards. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven Lorne Richards handle?
Steven Lorne Richards focuses on business, litigation, environmental, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Steven Lorne Richards practiced law?
Steven Lorne Richards has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Steven Lorne Richards go to law school?
Steven Lorne Richards earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact Steven Lorne Richards for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Virginia
- 1982
B.A.
Union College
- 1979

Bar Admissions

Connecticut U.S. District Court, District of Hawaii
Admitted: 1982
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1993
New York
Admitted: 1998

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