Atty. Robert Charles Sentner
Robert Charles Sentner is a lawyer practicing arbitration, lawsuits / disputes, energy / utilities and 5 other areas of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from Hobart College in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years.
Arbitration & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 41+ Years Experience
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About Robert Charles Sentner at a Glance
Robert Charles Sentner is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, ip, construction, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1985), Massachusetts (1985), and New Jersey (1985). Educated at Boston University (J.D., 1984) and Hobart College (B.A., 1980). Active member of New York State and American (Member, Forum Committee on the Construction Industry) Bar Associations New York County Lawyers Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert Charles Sentner
- Robert Charles Sentner is a lawyer practicing arbitration, lawsuits / disputes, energy / utilities and 5 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.A. degree from Hobart College in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years
- Robert practices at Nixon Peabody LLP in New York, NY
Practice Areas Explained
Robert Charles Sentner's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Charles Sentner handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Business & Corporate Law in New York
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in New York
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Intellectual Property in New York
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
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Construction Law in New York
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Civil Litigation in New York
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Jurisdictional Context
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 Charles Sentner
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 Sentner's practice in the field of business, real estate, ip, construction, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert Charles Sentner brings 41+ 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, Massachusetts, and New Jersey, Robert Charles Sentner can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, real estate, and ip, Robert Charles Sentner 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 Charles Sentner 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 Sentner Handles in New York
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