Atty. Philip Sands

Atty. Philip Sands

Philip Sands is a lawyer practicing child custody, litigation, divorce & separation and 2 other areas of law. Philip received a B.S.M.E. degree from City College of the City University of New York, and has been licensed for 57 years.

Garden City Garden City 57 yrs experience 57 year
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About Philip Sands at a glance

Philip Sands is a Member based in Garden City, New York, practicing at Philip Sands. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, prenup, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1969). Educated at New York Law School (J.D., 1968) and City College of the City University of New York B.S.M.E. (—). Serands clients in Garden City, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Philip Sands is a lawyer practicing child custody, litigation, divorce & separation and 2 other areas of law
  • Philip received a B.S.M.E. degree from City College of the City University of New York, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • Philip practices at Philip Sands in Garden City, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Philip Sands's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

Philip Sands is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in New York →

Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements

Philip Sands is one of 8,877 prenup attorneys indexed nationally. Browse prenup attorneys in New York →

Civil Litigation

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

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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 Garden City 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 Philip Sands

Where is Philip Sands's law office located?
Philip Sands's law practice is located in Garden City, New York. The firm is Philip Sands. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Philip Sands handle?
Philip Sands focuses on divorce, child custody, prenup, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Philip Sands practiced law?
Philip Sands has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did Philip Sands go to law school?
Philip Sands earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (—).
How can I contact Philip Sands for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
New York Law School
- 1968
City College of the City University of New York B.S.M.E.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1969

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