Atty. Howard Jacobowitz
Howard Jacobowitz is a lawyer practicing construction law, contracts, litigation and appeals and 3 other areas of law. Howard received a B.A. degree from Hamilton College in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years.
Construction Law & More Attorney · Serving New Rochelle, NY · 47+ Years Experience
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About Howard Jacobowitz at a Glance
Howard Jacobowitz is a Member based in New Rochelle, New York, practicing at McDonough Law, L.L.P.. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on contracts, personal injury, real estate, construction, and appellate. Admitted to practice in New York (1979), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1980), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1980), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1985). Educated at Duke University School of Law (J.D., 1978) and Hamilton College (B.A. English, 1975). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of New York County Lawyers. Serves clients in New Rochelle, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Howard Jacobowitz
- Howard Jacobowitz is a lawyer practicing construction law, contracts, litigation and appeals and 3 other areas of law
- Howard received a B.A. degree from Hamilton College in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years
- Howard practices at McDonough Law, L.L.P. in New Rochelle, NY
Practice Areas Explained
Howard Jacobowitz's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Howard Jacobowitz handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New Rochelle.
Contracts in New Rochelle
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Personal Injury in New Rochelle
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Real Estate Law in New Rochelle
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Construction Law in New Rochelle
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Appellate Practice in New Rochelle
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in New Rochelle
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 Rochelle 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 Rochelle Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New Rochelle-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 Rochelle Choose Howard Jacobowitz
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 Howard Jacobowitz's practice in the field of contracts, personal injury, real estate, construction, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Howard Jacobowitz brings 47+ 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, Eastern District of New York, and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York, Howard Jacobowitz can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering contracts, personal injury, and real estate, Howard Jacobowitz can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New Rochelle
A New Rochelle-based practice means Howard Jacobowitz 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 Howard Jacobowitz Handles in New Rochelle
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