Atty. Howard Stephen Jaffe
Howard Stephen Jaffe is a lawyer practicing criminal law, real estate, estate law and 4 other areas of law. Howard received a B.A. degree from Brooklyn College of the City University in 1966, and has been licensed for 56 years.
Criminal Law & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 56+ Years Experience
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About Howard Stephen Jaffe at a Glance
Howard Stephen Jaffe is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at Gotlin & Jaffe. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on probate, criminal defense, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in New York (1970). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D., 1969) and Brooklyn College of the City University (B.A., 1966). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Howard Stephen Jaffe
- Howard Stephen Jaffe is a lawyer practicing criminal law, real estate, estate law and 4 other areas of law
- Howard received a B.A. degree from Brooklyn College of the City University in 1966, and has been licensed for 56 years
- Howard practices at Gotlin & Jaffe in New York, NY
Practice Areas Explained
Howard Stephen Jaffe's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Howard Stephen Jaffe handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Probate in New York
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Criminal Defense in New York
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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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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Business & Corporate Law in New York
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Real Estate Law 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 Howard Stephen Jaffe
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 Stephen Jaffe's practice in the field of probate, criminal defense, estate planning, business, and real estate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Howard Stephen Jaffe brings 56+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering probate, criminal defense, and estate planning, Howard Stephen Jaffe 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 Howard Stephen Jaffe 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 Stephen Jaffe Handles in New York
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