Atty. Robert Marc Wallack

Atty. Robert Marc Wallack

Robert Wallack, touted as a “litigation powerhouse” and designated a “Rising Star” by SuperLawyers Magazine, is the founder and principal of the firm. Robert has been making headlines since beginning his career as a prosecutor in the Sex Crimes and Domestic Violence units of the Manhattan D.A.’s Office where he headed the prosecution of many high-profile cases.

New York New York 25 yrs experience 25 year
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About Robert Marc Wallack at a glance

Robert Marc Wallack is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at The Wallack Firm, P.C.. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, child support, and alimony. Admitted to practice in New York (2001) and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (2007). Educated at Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Yeshiva University (J.D., 1999) and Arizona State University (B.A., 1993). Active member of New York State Bar Association (Member, Family Law Section) The Association of the Bar of the City of New York. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Robert Wallack, touted as a “litigation powerhouse” and designated a “Rising Star” by SuperLawyers Magazine, is the founder and principal of the firm
  • Robert has been making headlines since beginning his career as a prosecutor in the Sex Crimes and Domestic Violence units of the Manhattan D.A.’s Office where he headed the prosecution of many high-profile cases
  • Since then, he’s focused his practice on celebrity and high net worth divorce and family law matters and has handled cases involving some of the biggest names in television, film, fashion, sports, music and business
  • He appears frequently as a legal analyst and commentator on NBC’s ‘Today’ show and ABC’s ‘The View.’ He is also a contributor to the The Huffington Post and has been the legal consultant to ‘General Hospital’ on ABC Television since 2004
  • In addition, Robert is an adjunct professor of law at Seton Hall Law School where he teaches a course entitled ‘Advocacy and Persuasion’ as well as a faculty member of the Intensive Trial Advocacy Program at Cardozo School of Law
  • Robert is admitted to practice in New York, and has also litigated cases in Florida and Connecticut

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Marc Wallack's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Marc Wallack handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Family Law

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Child Support

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Alimony / Spousal Support

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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 Robert Marc Wallack

Where is Robert Marc Wallack's law office located?
Robert Marc Wallack's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is The Wallack Firm, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Marc Wallack handle?
Robert Marc Wallack focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, child support, alimony. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Robert Marc Wallack practiced law?
Robert Marc Wallack has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Robert Marc Wallack go to law school?
Robert Marc Wallack earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.A., 1993).
How can I contact Robert Marc Wallack for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Yeshiva University
- 1999
B.A.
Arizona State University
- 1993

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2001
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 2007

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