Atty. Dean Stuart Sommer

Atty. Dean Stuart Sommer

Dean Stuart Sommer is a lawyer practicing administrative law, commercial, brownfield redevelopment, cleanup and asbestos and 4 other areas of law. Dean received a B.A. degree from Washington University in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Albany Albany 47 yrs experience 47 year
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About Dean Stuart Sommer at a glance

Dean Stuart Sommer is a Member based in Albany, New York, practicing at Young/Sommer LLC. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, environmental, government, and adr. Admitted to practice in New York (1979), U.S. District Court, Northern and Western Districts of New York (1979), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1995), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (2004). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (J.D., 1978) and Washington University (B.A. Philosophy, 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Albany, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Dean Stuart Sommer is a lawyer practicing administrative law, commercial, brownfield redevelopment, cleanup and asbestos and 4 other areas of law
  • Dean received a B.A. degree from Washington University in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Dean practices at Young/Sommer LLC in Albany, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Dean Stuart Sommer's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

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

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Dean Stuart Sommer is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in New York →

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 Albany 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 Dean Stuart Sommer

Where is Dean Stuart Sommer's law office located?
Dean Stuart Sommer's law practice is located in Albany, New York. The firm is Young/Sommer LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Dean Stuart Sommer handle?
Dean Stuart Sommer focuses on business, real estate, environmental, government, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Dean Stuart Sommer practiced law?
Dean Stuart Sommer has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Dean Stuart Sommer go to law school?
Dean Stuart Sommer earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A. Philosophy, 1975).
How can I contact Dean Stuart Sommer for a consultation?
You can contact Dean Stuart Sommer directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Dean Stuart Sommer received?
Dean Stuart Sommer's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1978
B.A. Philosophy
Washington University
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Northern and Western Districts of New York
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 2004

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