Atty. Paul Hecht
Paul Hecht is a lawyer practicing commercial law, real estate, wills and 4 other areas of law. Paul received a B.A. degree from Syracuse University in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years.
Commercial Law & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 49+ Years Experience
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About Paul Hecht at a Glance
Paul Hecht is an Attorney based in New York, New York, practicing at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on wills, criminal defense, family law, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in New York (1977). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D., 1976) and Syracuse University (B.A., 1973). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Paul Hecht
- Paul Hecht is a lawyer practicing commercial law, real estate, wills and 4 other areas of law
- Paul received a B.A. degree from Syracuse University in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years
- Paul practices at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP in New York, NY
Practice Areas Explained
Paul Hecht's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Paul Hecht handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Wills in New York
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Criminal Defense in New York
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Family Law in New York
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Estate Planning & Probate in New York
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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Business & Corporate Law 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 Paul Hecht
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 Paul Hecht's practice in the field of wills, criminal defense, family law, estate planning, and business.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Paul Hecht brings 49+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wills, criminal defense, and family law, Paul Hecht 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 Paul Hecht 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 Paul Hecht Handles in New York
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