Atty. William George Clauss

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.

Rochester Rochester 43 yrs experience 43 year
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About William George Clauss at a glance

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

Practice Areas Explained

William George Clauss's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Real Estate Law

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Civil Litigation

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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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William George Clauss

Where is William George Clauss's law office located?
William George Clauss's law practice is located in Rochester, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William George Clauss handle?
William George Clauss focuses on criminal defense, family law, real estate, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has William George Clauss practiced law?
William George Clauss has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did William George Clauss go to law school?
William George Clauss earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact William George Clauss for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
State University of New York at Buffalo
- 1982
B.A.
State University of New York College at Brockport
- 1973

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Western District of New York
Admitted: 1992
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1994

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