Atty. Gary E. Trachten
Super Lawyer (r) (Thomson Reuters / West) 2010, 2011, 2012; Co-Editor, "New York Employee Advocate" (quarterly publication of the National Employment Lawyers Association/New York), 2004-2009; Co-Chair, "Wrongful Termination Claims," and author of "Formal Employment Contracts," Practicing Law Institute, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 and 2001; Assistant Director, Media Law Clinic, New York Law School, 1983-1984. Member of Executive Committee, Westchester Jewish Council; Member, New Rochelle Human Rights Commission; Member, Board of Hillels of Westchester; Member, Davids Island (New Rochelle) Task Force
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 48+ Years Experience
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About Gary E. Trachten at a Glance
Gary E. Trachten is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Kudman Trachten Aloe Posner LLP. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on employment, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1978), Connecticut (1978), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia (1979), and U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit (1983). Educated at Emory University (J.D., 1978) and Boston University (A.B., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Association of the Bar of the City of New York. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Gary E. Trachten
- Super Lawyer (r) (Thomson Reuters / West) 2010, 2011, 2012
- Co-Editor, "New York Employee Advocate" (quarterly publication of the National Employment Lawyers Association/New York), 2004-2009
- Co-Chair, "Wrongful Termination Claims," and author of "Formal Employment Contracts," Practicing Law Institute, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 and 2001
- Assistant Director, Media Law Clinic, New York Law School, 1983-1984
- Member of Executive Committee, Westchester Jewish Council
- Member, New Rochelle Human Rights Commission
- Member, Board of Hillels of Westchester
- Member, Davids Island (New Rochelle) Task Force (2010-11)
- Vice Chair, Westchester County Democratic Committee
- former Vice President and Board member, United Way of New Rochelle
Practice Areas Explained
Gary E. Trachten's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gary E. Trachten handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Employment Law in New York
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Business & Corporate Law in New York
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Civil Litigation in New York
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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 Gary E. Trachten
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 Gary E. Trachten's practice in the field of employment, business, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Gary E. Trachten brings 48+ 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 Georgia, Connecticut, and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia, Gary E. Trachten can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and litigation, Gary E. Trachten 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 Gary E. Trachten attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Gary E. Trachten Handles in New York
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