Atty. Barbara Shweky

Atty. Barbara Shweky

Barbara Shweky is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, employment law, partnership law and 6 other areas of law. Barbara received a B.A. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years.

New York New York 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Barbara Shweky at a glance

Barbara Shweky is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at Matalon • Shweky • Elman. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on employment, business, real estate, partnership disputes, and litigation. Admitted to practice in U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1985), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1985), and New York (1986). Educated at New York University School of Law (J.D., 1985) and University of Pennsylvania (B.A. Sociology, 1982). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Barbara Shweky is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, employment law, partnership law and 6 other areas of law
  • Barbara received a B.A. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Barbara practices at Matalon • Shweky • Elman in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Barbara Shweky's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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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.

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Partnership & Shareholder Disputes

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Barbara Shweky

Where is Barbara Shweky's law office located?
Barbara Shweky's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Matalon • Shweky • Elman. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Barbara Shweky handle?
Barbara Shweky focuses on employment, business, real estate, partnership disputes, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Barbara Shweky practiced law?
Barbara Shweky has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Barbara Shweky go to law school?
Barbara Shweky earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A. Sociology, 1982).
How can I contact Barbara Shweky for a consultation?
You can contact Barbara Shweky 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.

Education

J.D.
New York University School of Law
- 1985
B.A. Sociology
University of Pennsylvania
- 1982

Bar Admissions

U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1985
New York
Admitted: 1986

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