Atty. Barry Michael Karson
Mr. Barry Michael Karson is a lawyer practicing matrimonial, real estate, commercial litigation.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 59+ Years Experience
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About Barry Michael Karson at a Glance
Barry Michael Karson is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Karson & Long, LLP. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on family law, business, real estate, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1967), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1968), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1968), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1975). Educated at S t. John's University (J.D., 1966) and Harpur College (B.A., 1963). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Mt. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Barry Michael Karson
- Mr. Barry Michael Karson is a lawyer practicing matrimonial, real estate, commercial litigation
- Barry received a B.A. degree from Harpur College in 1963, and has been licensed for 59 years
- Barry practices at Karson & Long, LLP in New York, NY
Practice Areas Explained
Barry Michael Karson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Barry Michael Karson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Family Law in New York
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Business & Corporate Law in New York
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Real Estate Law in New York
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Civil Litigation 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
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in New York Choose Barry Michael Karson
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 Barry Michael Karson's practice in the field of family law, business, real estate, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Barry Michael Karson brings 59+ 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, U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York, and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York, Barry Michael Karson can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering family law, business, and real estate, Barry Michael Karson 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 Barry Michael Karson 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 Barry Michael Karson Handles in New York
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