Atty. Hal Bruce Patterson
Hal Bruce Patterson is a lawyer practicing litigation, insurance defense, general practice. Hal received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Stony Brook in 1968, and has been licensed for 55 years.
General Practice & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 55+ Years Experience
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About Hal Bruce Patterson at a Glance
Hal Bruce Patterson is a Counsel based in New York, New York, practicing at Harvey Gladstein & Partners LLC. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on litigation and insurance. Admitted to practice in New York (1971), U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1975), California (1978), and U.S. Tax Court (1978). Educated at Columbia University (J.D., 1971) and State University of New York at Stony Brook (B.A., 1968). Active member of New York State Bar Association. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Hal Bruce Patterson
- Hal Bruce Patterson is a lawyer practicing litigation, insurance defense, general practice
- Hal received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Stony Brook in 1968, and has been licensed for 55 years
- Hal practices at Harvey Gladstein & Partners LLC in New York, NY
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Hal Bruce Patterson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Hal Bruce Patterson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Civil Litigation in New York
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Insurance Law in New York
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
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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
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in New York Choose Hal Bruce Patterson
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 Hal Bruce Patterson's practice in the field of litigation and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Hal Bruce Patterson brings 55+ 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. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit, and California, Hal Bruce Patterson can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering litigation and insurance, Hal Bruce Patterson 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 Hal Bruce Patterson 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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