Atty. Mark Alan Taustine

Atty. Mark Alan Taustine

Mark Alan Taustine is a lawyer practicing construction & development, hotel and restaurant, insurance and 2 other areas of law. Mark received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Geneseo in 1991, and has been licensed for 26 years.

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Construction / Development & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 26+ Years Experience

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About Mark Alan Taustine at a Glance

Mark Alan Taustine is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at Smith Mazure Director Wilkins Young & Yagerman, P.C.. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on insurance and landlord/tenant. Admitted to practice in New York (2000), New Jersey (2000), and U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of New York (2000). Educated at New York Law School (J.D., 1999) and State University of New York at Geneseo (B.A., 1991). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About Mark Alan Taustine

  • Mark Alan Taustine is a lawyer practicing construction & development, hotel and restaurant, insurance and 2 other areas of law
  • Mark received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Geneseo in 1991, and has been licensed for 26 years
  • Mark practices at Smith Mazure Director Wilkins Young & Yagerman, P.C. in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Mark Alan Taustine's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark Alan Taustine handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.

Insurance Law in New York

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Landlord & Tenant in New York

Landlord-tenant attorneys for evictions, lease disputes, security deposits, and habitability claims.

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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 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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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Mark Alan Taustine

Where is Mark Alan Taustine's law office located?
Mark Alan Taustine's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Smith Mazure Director Wilkins Young & Yagerman, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark Alan Taustine handle?
Mark Alan Taustine focuses on insurance, landlord/tenant. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Mark Alan Taustine practiced law?
Mark Alan Taustine has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did Mark Alan Taustine go to law school?
Mark Alan Taustine earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.A., 1991).
How can I contact Mark Alan Taustine for a consultation?
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Professional Profile

Why Clients in New York Choose Mark Alan Taustine

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 Mark Alan Taustine's practice in the field of insurance and landlord/tenant.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Mark Alan Taustine brings 26+ 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, New Jersey, and U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of New York, Mark Alan Taustine can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering insurance and landlord/tenant, Mark Alan Taustine 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 Mark Alan Taustine 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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Education & Law School Background

J.D.
New York Law School
- 1999
B.A.
State University of New York at Geneseo
- 1991

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

New York
Admitted: 2000
New Jersey
Admitted: 2000
U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of New York
Admitted: 2000

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