Atty. Daniel Finkelstein
Daniel Finkelstein is a lawyer practicing real estate, commercial litigation, civil litigation and 1 other area of law. Daniel received a B.S. degree from New York University in 1949, and has been licensed for 70 years.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 70+ Years Experience
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About Daniel Finkelstein at a Glance
Daniel Finkelstein is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at The Finkelstein Firm, LLP. They have 70+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1956. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, litigation, and landlord/tenant. Admitted to practice in New York (1956), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1959), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1959), and U.S. Supreme Court (1963). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D., 1955) and New York University (B.S., 1949). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel Finkelstein
- Daniel Finkelstein is a lawyer practicing real estate, commercial litigation, civil litigation and 1 other area of law
- Daniel received a B.S. degree from New York University in 1949, and has been licensed for 70 years
- Daniel practices at The Finkelstein Firm, LLP in New York, NY
Practice Areas Explained
Daniel Finkelstein's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel Finkelstein handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Business & Corporate Law in New York
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in New York
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Civil Litigation in New York
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Landlord & Tenant in New York
Landlord-tenant attorneys for evictions, lease disputes, security deposits, and habitability claims.
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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
Choosing a New York-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in New York Choose Daniel Finkelstein
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 Daniel Finkelstein's practice in the field of business, real estate, litigation, and landlord/tenant.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel Finkelstein brings 70+ 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, Daniel Finkelstein can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, real estate, and litigation, Daniel Finkelstein 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 Daniel Finkelstein 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 Daniel Finkelstein Handles in New York
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