Atty. Robert A Stern

Atty. Robert A Stern

Robert A Stern is a lawyer practicing business crimes/white collar criminal defense and tax fraud, estate planning. Robert received a B.S. degree from Brooklyn College in 1976, and has been licensed for 43 years.

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Business Crimes/White Collar Criminal Defense and Tax Fraud & More Attorney · Serving Newark, NJ · 43+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About Robert A Stern at a Glance

Robert A Stern is a Counsel based in Newark, New Jersey, practicing at Sills Cummis & Gross P.C.. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, estate planning, and white collar. Admitted to practice in New York (1983) and New Jersey U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey U.S. District Court, Southern District of New (1987). Educated at New York Law School (J.D., 1982) and Brooklyn College (B.S. Accounting, 1976). Serves clients in Newark, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About Robert A Stern

  • Robert A Stern is a lawyer practicing business crimes/white collar criminal defense and tax fraud, estate planning
  • Robert received a B.S. degree from Brooklyn College in 1976, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Robert practices at Sills Cummis & Gross P.C. in Newark, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

Robert A Stern's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert A Stern handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Newark.

Criminal Defense in Newark

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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Estate Planning & Probate in Newark

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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White Collar Crimes in Newark

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Jurisdictional Context

Why Local Counsel Matters in Newark

Practicing law in New Jersey. Legal matters in New Jersey are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Newark are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Jersey state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Jersey 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 Jersey courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

Newark Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a Newark-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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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Robert A Stern

Where is Robert A Stern's law office located?
Robert A Stern's law practice is located in Newark, New Jersey. The firm is Sills Cummis & Gross P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert A Stern handle?
Robert A Stern focuses on criminal defense, estate planning, white collar. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Robert A Stern practiced law?
Robert A Stern has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Robert A Stern go to law school?
Robert A Stern earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.S. Accounting, 1976).
How can I contact Robert A Stern for a consultation?
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Professional Profile

Why Clients in Newark Choose Robert A Stern

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 Stern's practice in the field of criminal defense, estate planning, and white collar.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Robert A Stern brings 43+ 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 New Jersey U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey U.S. District Court, Southern District of New, Robert A Stern can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering criminal defense, estate planning, and white collar, Robert A Stern can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in Newark

A Newark-based practice means Robert A Stern 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 Stern Handles in Newark

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Robert A Stern has experience with under New Jersey law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.

Last wills and testaments
Estate Planning
Revocable living trusts
Estate Planning
Powers of attorney
Estate Planning
Probate proceedings
Estate Planning

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Robert A Stern directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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Robert A Stern's Practice Areas & Specializations

Education & Law School Background

J.D.
New York Law School
- 1982
B.S. Accounting
Brooklyn College
- 1976

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

New York
Admitted: 1983
New Jersey U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey U.S. District Court, Southern District of New
Admitted: 1987

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