Atty. Benjamin Sokoly
Benjamin Sokoly is a lawyer practicing complex commercial litigation, global cartel defense, government investigations and 5 other areas of law. Benjamin received a B.A. degree from College of William & Mary in 1995, and has been licensed for 27 years.
Complex Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 27+ Years Experience
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About Benjamin Sokoly at a Glance
Benjamin Sokoly is an Attorney based in New York, New York, practicing at Winston & Strawn LLP. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on irs, criminal defense, business, white collar, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1999) and New Jersey (1999). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1998) and College of William & Mary (B.A., 1995). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Benjamin Sokoly
- Benjamin Sokoly is a lawyer practicing complex commercial litigation, global cartel defense, government investigations and 5 other areas of law
- Benjamin received a B.A. degree from College of William & Mary in 1995, and has been licensed for 27 years
- Benjamin practices at Winston & Strawn LLP in New York, NY
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Benjamin Sokoly's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Benjamin Sokoly handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
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Business & Corporate Law in New York
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White Collar Crimes 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 Benjamin Sokoly
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 Benjamin Sokoly's practice in the field of irs, criminal defense, business, white collar, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Benjamin Sokoly brings 27+ 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 New Jersey, Benjamin Sokoly can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering irs, criminal defense, and business, Benjamin Sokoly 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 Benjamin Sokoly attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Benjamin Sokoly Handles in New York
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