Atty. Chet W. Kern

Atty. Chet W. Kern

Chet W. Kern is a lawyer practicing class actions, general practice, complex toxic torts and 7 other areas of law.

New York New York 45 yrs experience 45 year
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About Chet W. Kern at a glance

Chet W. Kern is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at Katz & Kern, LLP. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, employment, and class action. Admitted to practice in New York (1981). Educated at Nova University (J.D., 1977) and Hofstra University (B.A., 1973). Active member of The Association of the Bar of the City of New York Brooklyn Bar Association New York State Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Chet W. Kern is a lawyer practicing class actions, general practice, complex toxic torts and 7 other areas of law
  • Chet received a B.A. degree from Hofstra University in 1973, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Chet practices at Katz & Kern, LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Chet W. Kern's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Wrongful Death

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Employment Law

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

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Class Action

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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 Chet W. Kern

Where is Chet W. Kern's law office located?
Chet W. Kern's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Katz & Kern, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Chet W. Kern handle?
Chet W. Kern focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, employment, class action. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Chet W. Kern practiced law?
Chet W. Kern has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Chet W. Kern go to law school?
Chet W. Kern earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact Chet W. Kern for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Nova University
- 1977
B.A.
Hofstra University
- 1973

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1981

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