Atty. William J. Lewis

Atty. William J. Lewis

William J. Lewis is a lawyer practicing litigation/trials, appellate practice, transportation law and 9 other areas of law.

New York New York 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About William J. Lewis at a glance

William J. Lewis is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Lewis Johs Avallone Aviles, LLP. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on trusts, personal injury, business, real estate, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1972), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1976), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1976), and U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. Court of Military Appeals (1979). Educated at St. John's University (J.D., 1971) and Staten Island Community College (A.A. The, 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William J. Lewis is a lawyer practicing litigation/trials, appellate practice, transportation law and 9 other areas of law
  • William J. received a A.A. degree from Staten Island Community College in 1967, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • William J. practices at Lewis Johs Avallone Aviles, LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

William J. Lewis's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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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.

William J. Lewis is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in New York →

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 New York 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 J. Lewis

Where is William J. Lewis's law office located?
William J. Lewis's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Lewis Johs Avallone Aviles, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William J. Lewis handle?
William J. Lewis focuses on trusts, personal injury, business, real estate, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has William J. Lewis practiced law?
William J. Lewis has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did William J. Lewis go to law school?
William J. Lewis earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (A.A. The, 1967).
How can I contact William J. Lewis for a consultation?
You can contact William J. Lewis 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 William J. Lewis received?
William J. Lewis's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
St. John's University
- 1971
A.A. The
Staten Island Community College
- 1967

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1972
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. Court of Military Appeals
Admitted: 1979

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