Atty. Mark J. Schachner

Atty. Mark J. Schachner

Mark J. Schachner is a lawyer practicing estate planning, land use & zoning, financial markets and services and 5 other areas of law.

Glens Falls Glens Falls 44 yrs experience 44 year
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About Mark J. Schachner at a glance

Mark J. Schachner is a Member based in Glens Falls, New York, practicing at Miller, Mannix, Schachner & Hafner, LLC. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on estate planning, zoning, litigation, environmental, and government. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1982), New York (1983), U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York (1983), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1985). Educated at Boston University (J.D., 1982) and Brown University (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Warren County, New York State (Member, Environmental Law Section, Executive Committee, 1988— Municipal Law Section) and American Bar Associations New York Planning Federation. Serands clients in Glens Falls, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mark J. Schachner is a lawyer practicing estate planning, land use & zoning, financial markets and services and 5 other areas of law
  • Mark received a B.A. degree from Brown University in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Mark practices at Miller, Mannix, Schachner & Hafner, LLC in Glens Falls, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Mark J. Schachner's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark J. Schachner handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Estate Planning & Probate

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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Land Use & Zoning

Mark J. Schachner is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in New York →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Mark J. Schachner is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in New York →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Mark J. Schachner is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in New York →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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 Glens Falls 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 Mark J. Schachner

Where is Mark J. Schachner's law office located?
Mark J. Schachner's law practice is located in Glens Falls, New York. The firm is Miller, Mannix, Schachner & Hafner, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark J. Schachner handle?
Mark J. Schachner focuses on estate planning, zoning, litigation, environmental, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Mark J. Schachner practiced law?
Mark J. Schachner has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Mark J. Schachner go to law school?
Mark J. Schachner earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact Mark J. Schachner for a consultation?
You can contact Mark J. Schachner directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Mark J. Schachner received?
Mark J. Schachner's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Boston University
- 1982
B.A.
Brown University
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1982
New York
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1985

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