Atty. Robert A. Meister
Listed in: Marquis Who's Who in America; Marquis Who's Who in American Law; Joseph P. Chamberlain Fellowship in Legislation, 1961-1962.
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About Robert A. Meister at a glance
Robert A. Meister is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Pedowitz & Meister, LLP. They have 63+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1963. Their practice focuses on divorce, family law, employment, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in New York (1963) and U.S. Supreme Court (1966). Educated at Columbia University Law School LL.B. (—) and New York University B.A. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Association of the Bar of the City of New York (Member, Sections on: Litigation Family Law) New York State and American Bar Associations American Arbitration Association. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- Listed in: Marquis Who's Who in America
- Marquis Who's Who in American Law
- Joseph P. Chamberlain Fellowship in Legislation, 1961-1962
- General Attorney, Office of Economic Opportunity, 1966
- Arbitrator, Civil Court, City of New York, 1971-
- Member, Association of the Bar of the City of New York, Committee on Federal Courts, 1970-1973
- Adjunct Professor of Law, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, New York City, 1999-
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A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Robert A. Meister is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in New York →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
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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 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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