Atty. William Phipps Pape

Atty. William Phipps Pape

William Phipps Pape is a lawyer practicing divorce & separation, wills & living wills, criminal defense and 1 other area of law. William received a B.A. degree from Princeton University in 1969, and has been licensed for 27 years.

Cottekill Cottekill 27 yrs experience 27 year
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About William Phipps Pape at a glance

William Phipps Pape is a divorce, criminal defense, family law, and poa attorney based in Cottekill, New York. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1999) and New York (2001). Educated at Rutgers University Law School (J.D., 1999) and Princeton University (B.A., 1969). Serands clients in Cottekill, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William Phipps Pape is a lawyer practicing divorce & separation, wills & living wills, criminal defense and 1 other area of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from Princeton University in 1969, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • William practices in Cottekill, NY

Practice Areas Explained

William Phipps Pape's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Criminal Defense

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

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Power of Attorney

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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 Cottekill 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 Phipps Pape

Where is William Phipps Pape's law office located?
William Phipps Pape's law practice is located in Cottekill, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Phipps Pape handle?
William Phipps Pape focuses on divorce, criminal defense, family law, poa. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has William Phipps Pape practiced law?
William Phipps Pape has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did William Phipps Pape go to law school?
William Phipps Pape earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.A., 1969).
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Education

J.D.
Rutgers University Law School
- 1999
B.A.
Princeton University
- 1969

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1999
New York
Admitted: 2001

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