Atty. Mark William Lerner
Mark William Lerner is a lawyer practicing commercial, criminal litigation, litigation and 6 other areas of law. Mark received a B.A. degree from Amherst College in 1984, and has been licensed for 36 years.
Commercial & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 36+ Years Experience
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About Mark William Lerner at a Glance
Mark William Lerner is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Kasowitz Benson Torres LLP. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on contracts, criminal defense, employment, business, and white collar. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1990), New York (1991), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1991), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1992). Educated at Stanford University (J.D., 1990) and Amherst College (B.A., 1984). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mark William Lerner
- Mark William Lerner is a lawyer practicing commercial, criminal litigation, litigation and 6 other areas of law
- Mark received a B.A. degree from Amherst College in 1984, and has been licensed for 36 years
- Mark practices at Kasowitz Benson Torres LLP in New York, NY
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Mark William Lerner's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark William Lerner handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Contracts in New York
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Criminal Defense in New York
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Employment Law in New York
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Business & Corporate Law in New York
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White Collar Crimes 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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Professional Profile
Why Clients in New York Choose Mark William Lerner
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 William Lerner's practice in the field of contracts, criminal defense, employment, business, and white collar.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Mark William Lerner brings 36+ 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 Connecticut, New York, and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York, Mark William Lerner can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering contracts, criminal defense, and employment, Mark William Lerner 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 William Lerner 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 Mark William Lerner Handles in New York
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