Atty. Lawrence Harvey Silverman

Atty. Lawrence Harvey Silverman

Lawrence Harvey Silverman is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, workouts, criminal defense. Lawrence received a B.S. degree from State University of New York at New Paltz in 1971, and has been licensed for 48 years.

New York New York 48 yrs experience 48 year
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About Lawrence Harvey Silverman at a glance

Lawrence Harvey Silverman is an Of Counsel based in New York, New York, practicing at Helfand & Helfand. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1978), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1979), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1980), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1983). Educated at New York Law School (J.D., 1977) and State University of New York at New Paltz (B.S., 1971). Active member of Suffolk County (Member, Committees on Business Law, and Commercial Litigation) and New York State (Member, Sections on: Trial Lawyers Commercial and Federal Litigation Criminal Justice) Bar Associations. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Lawrence Harvey Silverman is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, workouts, criminal defense
  • Lawrence received a B.S. degree from State University of New York at New Paltz in 1971, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Lawrence practices at Helfand & Helfand in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Lawrence Harvey Silverman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lawrence Harvey Silverman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Lawrence Harvey Silverman

Where is Lawrence Harvey Silverman's law office located?
Lawrence Harvey Silverman's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Helfand & Helfand. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lawrence Harvey Silverman handle?
Lawrence Harvey Silverman focuses on criminal defense, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Lawrence Harvey Silverman practiced law?
Lawrence Harvey Silverman has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Lawrence Harvey Silverman go to law school?
Lawrence Harvey Silverman earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.S., 1971).
How can I contact Lawrence Harvey Silverman for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
New York Law School
- 1977
B.S.
State University of New York at New Paltz
- 1971

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1983

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