Atty. Leon I Behar

Atty. Leon I Behar

Leon I Behar is a lawyer practicing litigation, real estate law, trial practice and 4 other areas of law. Leon received a B.A. degree from Yeshiva University in 1978, and has been licensed for 43 years.

New York New York 43 yrs experience 43 year
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About Leon I Behar at a glance

Leon I Behar is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at Leon I. Behar, P.C.. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on trusts, business, real estate, poa, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1983), New Jersey (1983), U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of New York and U.S. District Court, District of (1983), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second and Third Circuits, U.S. Claims Court and U.S. Tax Court (1984). Educated at University of Pennsylvania (J.D., 1981) and Yeshiva University (B.A., 1978). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Leon I Behar is a lawyer practicing litigation, real estate law, trial practice and 4 other areas of law
  • Leon received a B.A. degree from Yeshiva University in 1978, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Leon practices at Leon I. Behar, P.C. in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Leon I Behar's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Leon I Behar handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

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Power of Attorney

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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 Leon I Behar

Where is Leon I Behar's law office located?
Leon I Behar's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Leon I. Behar, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Leon I Behar handle?
Leon I Behar focuses on trusts, business, real estate, poa, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Leon I Behar practiced law?
Leon I Behar has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Leon I Behar go to law school?
Leon I Behar earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact Leon I Behar for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Pennsylvania
- 1981
B.A.
Yeshiva University
- 1978

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1983
New Jersey
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of New York and U.S. District Court, District of
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second and Third Circuits, U.S. Claims Court and U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1984
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1987

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