Atty. Robert Alan Sternbach
Robert Alan Sternbach is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, real estate litigation, landlord and tenant law and 2 other areas of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from Columbia University in 1971, and has been licensed for 42 years.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 42+ Years Experience
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About Robert Alan Sternbach at a Glance
Robert Alan Sternbach is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at Law Office of Robert A. Sternbach. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, real estate, creditor rights, and estate litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1984). Educated at Stanford University (J.D., 1983) and Columbia University (B.A., 1971). Active member of The Association of the Bar of the City of New York New York State Trial Lawyers Association. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert Alan Sternbach
- Robert Alan Sternbach is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, real estate litigation, landlord and tenant law and 2 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.A. degree from Columbia University in 1971, and has been licensed for 42 years
- Robert practices at Law Office of Robert A. Sternbach in New York, NY
Practice Areas Explained
Robert Alan Sternbach's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Alan Sternbach 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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Business & Corporate Law in New York
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Robert Alan Sternbach is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in New York →
Real Estate Law in New York
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Creditor Rights & Collections in New York
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Estate & Trust Litigation in New York
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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 Alan Sternbach
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 Alan Sternbach's practice in the field of personal injury, business, real estate, creditor rights, and estate litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert Alan Sternbach brings 42+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, business, and real estate, Robert Alan Sternbach 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 Alan Sternbach attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Robert Alan Sternbach Handles in New York
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