Atty. Benjamin Yaster

Atty. Benjamin Yaster

Benjamin Yaster is a lawyer practicing appeals, constitutional, advertising and 1 other area of law. Benjamin received a B.A. degree from Brown University in 2005, and has been licensed for 17 years.

Brooklyn Brooklyn 17 Years Experience 17 year
Call (917) 814-2413

Profile Summary

About Benjamin Yaster at a glance

Benjamin Yaster is a civil rights, appellate, and entertainment attorney based in Brooklyn, New York. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Admitted to practice in New York (2009) and New Jersey (2013). Educated at New York University School of Law (J.D., 2008) and Brown University (B.A. Philosophy, 2005). Serves clients in Brooklyn, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Benjamin Yaster is a lawyer practicing appeals, constitutional, advertising and 1 other area of law
  • Benjamin received a B.A. degree from Brown University in 2005, and has been licensed for 17 years
  • Benjamin practices in Brooklyn, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Benjamin Yaster's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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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 Brooklyn 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Benjamin Yaster

Where is Benjamin Yaster's law office located?
Benjamin Yaster's law practice is located in Brooklyn, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Benjamin Yaster handle?
Benjamin Yaster focuses on civil rights, appellate, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Benjamin Yaster practiced law?
Benjamin Yaster has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did Benjamin Yaster go to law school?
Benjamin Yaster earned their education at (J.D., 2008); (B.A. Philosophy, 2005).
How can I contact Benjamin Yaster for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
New York University School of Law
- 2008
B.A. Philosophy
Brown University
- 2005

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2009
New Jersey
Admitted: 2013

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