Atty. Thomas M Rittweger

Atty. Thomas M Rittweger

Thomas M Rittweger is a lawyer practicing litigation, insurance, maritime law. Thomas received a B.S. degree from United States Merchant Marine Academy in 1986, and has been licensed for 34 years.

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About Thomas M Rittweger at a glance

Thomas M Rittweger is an Associate based in New York, New York, practicing at Hill, Betts & Nash LLP. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on litigation, insurance, and maritime. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1992) and New York (1993). Educated at Hofstra University School of Law (J.D., 1992) and United States Merchant Marine Academy (B.S., 1986). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of American Bar Association. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Thomas M Rittweger is a lawyer practicing litigation, insurance, maritime law
  • Thomas received a B.S. degree from United States Merchant Marine Academy in 1986, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Thomas practices at Hill, Betts & Nash LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas M Rittweger's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

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Maritime & Admiralty Law

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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 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

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Where is Thomas M Rittweger's law office located?
Thomas M Rittweger's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Hill, Betts & Nash LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas M Rittweger handle?
Thomas M Rittweger focuses on litigation, insurance, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Thomas M Rittweger practiced law?
Thomas M Rittweger has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Thomas M Rittweger go to law school?
Thomas M Rittweger earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.S., 1986).
How can I contact Thomas M Rittweger for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Thomas M Rittweger received?
Thomas M Rittweger's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Hofstra University School of Law
- 1992
B.S.
United States Merchant Marine Academy
- 1986

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1992
New York
Admitted: 1993

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