Atty. Suzanne Cristo

Atty. Suzanne Cristo

Suzanne Cristo is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, criminal law. Suzanne received a B.A. degree from Hamilton College in 1991, and has been licensed for 31 years.

Albany Albany 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About Suzanne Cristo at a glance

Suzanne Cristo is a criminal defense attorney based in Albany, New York. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1995) and New York (1996). Educated at SUNY at Buffalo (J.D., 1995) and Hamilton College (B.A., 1991). Serands clients in Albany, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Suzanne Cristo is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, criminal law
  • Suzanne received a B.A. degree from Hamilton College in 1991, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Suzanne practices in Albany, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Suzanne Cristo's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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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 Albany 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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Where is Suzanne Cristo's law office located?
Suzanne Cristo's law practice is located in Albany, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Suzanne Cristo handle?
Suzanne Cristo focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Suzanne Cristo practiced law?
Suzanne Cristo has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Suzanne Cristo go to law school?
Suzanne Cristo earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A., 1991).
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Education

J.D.
SUNY at Buffalo
- 1995
B.A.
Hamilton College
- 1991

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1995
New York
Admitted: 1996

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