Atty. Jay D. Silverstein
Jay D. Silverstein is a lawyer practicing family law.
Family Law Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 55+ Years Experience
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About Jay D. Silverstein at a Glance
Jay D. Silverstein is an Attorney based in New York, New York, practicing at Blank Rome LLP. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on family law. Admitted to practice in New York (1971), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1972), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1972), and U.S. Tax Court (1975). Educated at New York University (LL.M. University, 1981) and Brooklyn College of the City University of New York (B.S., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New York State Bar Association. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Jay D. Silverstein
- Jay D. Silverstein is a lawyer practicing family law
- Jay received a B.S. degree from Brooklyn College of the City University of New York in 1965, and has been licensed for 55 years
- Jay practices at Blank Rome LLP in New York, NY
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Jay D. Silverstein's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jay D. Silverstein handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Family 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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Why Clients in New York Choose Jay D. Silverstein
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 Jay D. Silverstein's practice in the field of family law.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Jay D. Silverstein 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. District Court, Southern District of New York, and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York, Jay D. Silverstein can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Focused Family Law Practice
Concentrating on family law means Jay D. Silverstein's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Jay D. Silverstein 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 Jay D. Silverstein Handles in New York
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