Atty. Alan S. Flaster
Alan S. Flaster is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, residential real estate, commercial real estate and 13 other areas of law.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 50+ Years Experience
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About Alan S. Flaster at a Glance
Alan S. Flaster is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at Messinger, Flaster & Levitz, P.C.. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on residential, wills, family law, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in New York (1976) and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1979). Educated at Fordham University (J.D., 1975) and Brooklyn College of the City University of New York (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of New York State Bar Association. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Alan S. Flaster
- Alan S. Flaster is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, residential real estate, commercial real estate and 13 other areas of law
- Alan received a B.A. degree from Brooklyn College of the City University of New York in 1971, and has been licensed for 50 years
- Alan practices at Messinger, Flaster & Levitz, P.C. in New York, NY
Practice Areas Explained
Alan S. Flaster's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Alan S. Flaster handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Residential Real Estate in New York
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Wills in New York
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Family Law in New York
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Estate Planning & Probate in New York
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Business & Corporate Law in New York
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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 venue, 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.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in New York Choose Alan S. Flaster
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Alan S. Flaster's practice in the field of residential, wills, family law, estate planning, and business.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Alan S. Flaster brings 50+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York, Alan S. Flaster can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering residential, wills, and family law, Alan S. Flaster can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Alan S. Flaster attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Alan S. Flaster Handles in New York
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