Atty. William George Clauss
William George Clauss is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, civil litigation, family law and 2 other areas of law. William received a B.A. degree from State University of New York College at Brockport in 1973, and has been licensed for 43 years.
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William George Clauss is a criminal defense, family law, real estate, and litigation attorney based in Rochester, New York. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Admitted to practice in New York (1983), U.S. District Court, Western District of New York (1992), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1994). Educated at State University of New York at Buffalo (J.D., 1982) and State University of New York College at Brockport (B.A., 1973). Serands clients in Rochester, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- William George Clauss is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, civil litigation, family law and 2 other areas of law
- William received a B.A. degree from State University of New York College at Brockport in 1973, and has been licensed for 43 years
- William practices in Rochester, NY
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William George Clauss's Areas of Practice
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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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Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
William George Clauss is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in New York →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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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 Rochester 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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