Atty. Robert Charles Baxter
Robert Charles Baxter is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, labor law, products liability and 5 other areas of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from Long Island University in 1982, and has been licensed for 37 years.
Insurance Defense & More Attorney · Serving Hicksville, NY · 37+ Years Experience
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About Robert Charles Baxter at a Glance
Robert Charles Baxter is a Member based in Hicksville, New York, practicing at Baxter Smith & Shapiro, P.C.. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, product liability, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in New York (1989), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1992), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1992). Educated at Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center (J.D., 1986) and Long Island University (B.A., 1982). Serves clients in Hicksville, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert Charles Baxter
- Robert Charles Baxter is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, labor law, products liability and 5 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.A. degree from Long Island University in 1982, and has been licensed for 37 years
- Robert practices at Baxter Smith & Shapiro, P.C. in Hicksville, NY and 1 other location
Practice Areas Explained
Robert Charles Baxter's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Charles Baxter handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Hicksville.
Personal Injury in Hicksville
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.
Robert Charles Baxter is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in New York →
Employment Law in Hicksville
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Robert Charles Baxter is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in New York →
Product Liability in Hicksville
Robert Charles Baxter is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in New York →
Civil Litigation in Hicksville
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Robert Charles Baxter is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in New York →
Insurance Law in Hicksville
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
Robert Charles Baxter is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in New York →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Hicksville
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 Hicksville 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.
Hicksville Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Hicksville-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 Hicksville Choose Robert Charles Baxter
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 Charles Baxter's practice in the field of personal injury, employment, product liability, litigation, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert Charles Baxter brings 37+ 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, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York, and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York, Robert Charles Baxter can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, employment, and product liability, Robert Charles Baxter can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Hicksville
A Hicksville-based practice means Robert Charles Baxter 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 Charles Baxter Handles in Hicksville
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Robert Charles Baxter has experience with under New York law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Robert Charles Baxter directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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