Atty. Richard Alan Bernstein

Atty. Richard Alan Bernstein

Richard Alan Bernstein is a lawyer practicing constitutional, insurance, media law. Richard received a B.A. degree from Amherst College in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years.

New York New York 44 yrs experience 44 year
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About Richard Alan Bernstein at a glance

Richard Alan Bernstein is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Sabin, Bermant & Gould LLP. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on civil rights, insurance, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in New York (1982). Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1981) and Amherst College (B.A., 1978). Active member of New York City Bar (Member, Committee on Communications Law, 1987-1990) New York State (Member, Committee on Media Law, 1996—) and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Richard Alan Bernstein is a lawyer practicing constitutional, insurance, media law
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from Amherst College in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Richard practices at Sabin, Bermant & Gould LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Alan Bernstein's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Rights

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Insurance Law

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Entertainment & Sports Law

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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 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 Richard Alan Bernstein

Where is Richard Alan Bernstein's law office located?
Richard Alan Bernstein's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Sabin, Bermant & Gould LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Alan Bernstein handle?
Richard Alan Bernstein focuses on civil rights, insurance, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Richard Alan Bernstein practiced law?
Richard Alan Bernstein has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Richard Alan Bernstein go to law school?
Richard Alan Bernstein earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact Richard Alan Bernstein for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 1981
B.A.
Amherst College
- 1978

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1982

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