Atty. William Anthony Colton

Atty. William Anthony Colton

William Anthony Colton is a lawyer practicing real estate law, wills, trust law and 3 other areas of law. William received a B.A. degree from St.

Brooklyn Brooklyn 47 yrs experience 47 year
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About William Anthony Colton at a glance

William Anthony Colton is a Member based in Brooklyn, New York, practicing at William A. Colton. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in New York (1979). Educated at St. John's University (J.D., 1978) and St. John's University (B.A., 1968). Serands clients in Brooklyn, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William Anthony Colton is a lawyer practicing real estate law, wills, trust law and 3 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from St. John's University in 1968, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • William practices at William A. Colton in Brooklyn, NY

Practice Areas Explained

William Anthony Colton's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

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Trusts

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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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 Brooklyn 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 William Anthony Colton

Where is William Anthony Colton's law office located?
William Anthony Colton's law practice is located in Brooklyn, New York. The firm is William A. Colton. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Anthony Colton handle?
William Anthony Colton focuses on wills, trusts, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has William Anthony Colton practiced law?
William Anthony Colton has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did William Anthony Colton go to law school?
William Anthony Colton earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1968).
How can I contact William Anthony Colton for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
St. John's University
- 1978
B.A.
St. John's University
- 1968

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1979

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