Atty. Alan J. Garfunkel

Atty. Alan J. Garfunkel

Omicron Delta Epsilon. Trial Attorney, Office of Regional Counsel of the Internal Revenue Service, North Atlantic Region, 1972-1977.

New York New York 54 yrs experience 54 year
Call (917) 920-3294 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Alan J. Garfunkel at a glance

Alan J. Garfunkel is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at Law Office of Alan J. Garfunkel LLC. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, ip, tax, and tax litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1972), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1974), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1974), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit and U.S. Tax Court (1975). Educated at New York University (LL.M. Taxation, 1975) and New York University (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Association of the Bar of the City of New York New York State Bar Association. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Omicron Delta Epsilon
  • Trial Attorney, Office of Regional Counsel of the Internal Revenue Service, North Atlantic Region, 1972-1977
  • Managing Member, Law Office of Alan J. Garfunkel LLC, 1980-present

Practice Areas Explained

Alan J. Garfunkel's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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Tax Law

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Tax Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 Alan J. Garfunkel

Where is Alan J. Garfunkel's law office located?
Alan J. Garfunkel's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Law Office of Alan J. Garfunkel LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Alan J. Garfunkel handle?
Alan J. Garfunkel focuses on business, real estate, ip, tax, tax litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Alan J. Garfunkel practiced law?
Alan J. Garfunkel has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Alan J. Garfunkel go to law school?
Alan J. Garfunkel earned their education at (LL.M. Taxation, 1975); (B.A., 1968).
How can I contact Alan J. Garfunkel for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Alan J. Garfunkel received?
Alan J. Garfunkel's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.M. Taxation
New York University
- 1975
B.A.
New York University
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1972
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit and U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1975

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