Atty. Thomas Seelye West

Atty. Thomas Seelye West

Thomas Seelye West is a lawyer practicing land use & zoning, energy, environmental law and 2 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from St.

Albany Albany 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas Seelye West at a glance

Thomas Seelye West is a Member based in Albany, New York, practicing at The West Firm PLLC. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on zoning, litigation, environmental, and energy. Admitted to practice in New York U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1978) and Pennsylvania U.S. District Court, Eastern, Northern, Southern and Western Districts of New York (2010). Educated at Albany Law School (J.D., 1977) and St. Lawrence University (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Albany, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Thomas Seelye West is a lawyer practicing land use & zoning, energy, environmental law and 2 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from St. Lawrence University in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Thomas practices at The West Firm PLLC in Albany, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Seelye West's Areas of Practice

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

Land Use & Zoning

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Civil Litigation

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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Energy & Utilities Law

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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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas Seelye West

Where is Thomas Seelye West's law office located?
Thomas Seelye West's law practice is located in Albany, New York. The firm is The West Firm PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Seelye West handle?
Thomas Seelye West focuses on zoning, litigation, environmental, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Thomas Seelye West practiced law?
Thomas Seelye West has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Thomas Seelye West go to law school?
Thomas Seelye West earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Thomas Seelye West for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas Seelye West directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Thomas Seelye West received?
Thomas Seelye West's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Albany Law School
- 1977
B.A.
St. Lawrence University
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1978
Pennsylvania U.S. District Court, Eastern, Northern, Southern and Western Districts of New York
Admitted: 2010

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