Atty. Terese A. Cavanagh

Atty. Terese A. Cavanagh

Terese A. Cavanagh is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, general practice.

Garden City Garden City 39 yrs experience 39 year
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About Terese A. Cavanagh at a glance

Terese A. Cavanagh is a bankruptcy attorney based in Garden City, New York. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Admitted to practice in New York (1987), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1987), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1987). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D., 1986) and Queens College of the City University of New York (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Nassau County Bar Association. Serands clients in Garden City, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Terese A. Cavanagh is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, general practice
  • Terese received a B.A. degree from Queens College of the City University of New York in 1973, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Terese practices in Garden City, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Terese A. Cavanagh's Areas of Practice

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

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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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 Garden City 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 Terese A. Cavanagh's law office located?
Terese A. Cavanagh's law practice is located in Garden City, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Terese A. Cavanagh handle?
Terese A. Cavanagh focuses on bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Terese A. Cavanagh practiced law?
Terese A. Cavanagh has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Terese A. Cavanagh go to law school?
Terese A. Cavanagh earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1973).
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What awards or recognition has Terese A. Cavanagh received?
Terese A. Cavanagh's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Brooklyn Law School
- 1986
B.A.
Queens College of the City University of New York
- 1973

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1987

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