Atty. Robert A. Cantone
Robert A. Cantone is a lawyer practicing personal injury, life sciences & biotechnology, mergers & acquisitions and 3 other areas of law.
Life Sciences / Biotechnology & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 48+ Years Experience
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About Robert A. Cantone at a Glance
Robert A. Cantone is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at Proskauer Rose Llp. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on personal injury, workers comp, m&a, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1978) and Illinois (1979). Educated at New York University School of Law (J.D., 1977) and Columbia College, Columbia University (B.A., 1974). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert A. Cantone
- Robert A. Cantone is a lawyer practicing personal injury, life sciences & biotechnology, mergers & acquisitions and 3 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.A. degree from Columbia College, Columbia University in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years
- Robert practices at Proskauer Rose LLP in New York, NY
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Robert A. Cantone's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert A. Cantone handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Personal Injury in New York
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Workers Compensation in New York
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Robert A. Cantone is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in New York →
Mergers & Acquisitions in New York
Robert A. Cantone is one of 49,430 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in New York →
Product Liability in New York
Robert A. Cantone is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in New York →
Civil Litigation in New York
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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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 Robert A. Cantone
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 Robert A. Cantone's practice in the field of personal injury, workers comp, m&a, product liability, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert A. Cantone brings 48+ 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 New York and Illinois, Robert A. Cantone can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, workers comp, and m&a, Robert A. Cantone 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 Robert A. Cantone attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Robert A. Cantone Handles in New York
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