Atty. Bruce R. Alter

Atty. Bruce R. Alter

Bruce R. Alter is a lawyer practicing real estate, bankruptcy, contracts and 1 other area of law.

White Plains White Plains 62 yrs experience 62 year
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Profile Summary

About Bruce R. Alter at a glance

Bruce R. Alter is a contracts, estate planning, real estate, and bankruptcy attorney based in White Plains, New York. They have 62+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1964. Admitted to practice in New York (1964). Educated at Columbia University LL.B. (—) and Columbia University A.B. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in White Plains, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Bruce R. Alter is a lawyer practicing real estate, bankruptcy, contracts and 1 other area of law
  • Bruce received a A.B. degree from Columbia University, and has been licensed for 62 years
  • Bruce practices in White Plains, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Bruce R. Alter's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Bruce R. Alter is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in New York →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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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 White Plains 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 Bruce R. Alter

Where is Bruce R. Alter's law office located?
Bruce R. Alter's law practice is located in White Plains, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bruce R. Alter handle?
Bruce R. Alter focuses on contracts, estate planning, real estate, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Bruce R. Alter practiced law?
Bruce R. Alter has 62+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1964.
Where did Bruce R. Alter go to law school?
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What awards or recognition has Bruce R. Alter received?
Bruce R. Alter's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

Columbia University LL.B.
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Columbia University A.B.
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1964

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