Atty. Walter A Risi
Walter A Risi is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, criminal defense, divorce and 1 other area of law. Walter received a B.E. degree from Stevens Institute of Technology, and has been licensed for 52 years.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Dover, NJ · 52+ Years Experience
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About Walter A Risi at a Glance
Walter A Risi is a Member based in Dover, New Jersey, practicing at Plick & Risi Counsellors At Law. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on divorce, criminal defense, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1974) and New York (1975). Educated at Fordham University J.D. (—) and Stevens Institute of Technology B.E. (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Dover, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Walter A Risi
- Walter A Risi is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, criminal defense, divorce and 1 other area of law
- Walter received a B.E. degree from Stevens Institute of Technology, and has been licensed for 52 years
- Walter practices at Plick & Risi Counsellors At Law in Dover, NJ
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Walter A Risi's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Walter A Risi handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Dover.
Divorce in Dover
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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Criminal Defense in Dover
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Civil Litigation in Dover
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Walter A Risi is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in New Jersey →
Civil Rights in Dover
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Dover
Practicing law in New Jersey. Legal matters in New Jersey are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Dover are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Jersey state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Jersey brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New Jersey courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Dover Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Dover-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Dover Choose Walter A Risi
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Walter A Risi's practice in the field of divorce, criminal defense, litigation, and civil rights.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Walter A Risi brings 52+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New Jersey and New York, Walter A Risi can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering divorce, criminal defense, and litigation, Walter A Risi can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Dover
A Dover-based practice means Walter A Risi attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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