Atty. Hal Neier
Hal Neier is a lawyer practicing complex and multi-district litigation, securities litigation, commercial litigation and 6 other areas of law. Hal received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 39+ Years Experience
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About Hal Neier at a Glance
Hal Neier is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Friedman Kaplan Seiler & Adelman LLP. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on estate planning, employment, business, class action, and estate litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1987), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1989), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1989), and U.S. Supreme Court (1997). Educated at New York University (J.D., 1986) and Yale University (B.A., 1982). Active member of New York City Bar. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Hal Neier
- Hal Neier is a lawyer practicing complex and multi-district litigation, securities litigation, commercial litigation and 6 other areas of law
- Hal received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years
- Hal practices at Friedman Kaplan Seiler & Adelman LLP in New York, NY
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Hal Neier's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Hal Neier handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Estate Planning & Probate in New York
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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Employment Law in New York
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Hal Neier is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys 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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Class Action in New York
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Estate & Trust Litigation in New York
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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 Hal Neier
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 Neier's practice in the field of estate planning, employment, business, class action, and estate litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Hal Neier brings 39+ 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, Hal Neier can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering estate planning, employment, and business, Hal Neier 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 Neier 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 Hal Neier Handles in New York
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