Atty. Robert D. Piliero

Atty. Robert D. Piliero

Founded by Robert D. Piliero, a seasoned litigator with more than 40 years of front-line experience, Piliero & Associates PLLC helps companies and high net-worth individuals resolve business disputes.

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About Robert D. Piliero at a glance

Robert D. Piliero is a m&a attorney based in New York, New York, practicing at Piliero & Associates PLLC. Educated at Georgetown University (—, 1974) and University of Pennsylvania (—). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Mergers and Acquisitions (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Arbitration (2026). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Founded by Robert D. Piliero, a seasoned litigator with more than 40 years of front-line experience, Piliero & Associates PLLC helps companies and high net-worth individuals resolve business disputes
  • The Firm is justly proud of its track record in assisting plaintiffs to vindicate their rights and defendants to overcome spurious claims against them
  • Bob's long and diverse experience has given him a deep appreciation that the goal shared by all his litigation clients is to achieve a commercially advantageous resolution of the dispute, with aggressive litigation used as a tool, not as an objective in itself
  • If the dispute cannot be resolved promptly and on reasonable terms, the Firm has the experience and resources to segue seamlessly from negotiator to warrior
  • If additional bandwidth is needed for complex litigation, the Firm works with other experienced lawyers through its of-Counsel affiliation with Morea Schwartz Bradham Friedman & Brown, LLP, www.msblaw.com, The Firm is amenable to contingent- or hybrid-fee arrangements in appropriate cases
  • Awards & Recognitions Mr. Piliero has been selected for inclusion in the Best Lawyers in America USA Guide (Litigation-Mergers & Acquisitions since 2012, as well as the listing of New York Super Lawyers each year since 2007, and he has long been recognized by Martindale-Hubbell as an AV (Preeminent) peer-rated attorney, the highest possible Martindale attorney rating for legal ability and professional ethics

Practice Areas Explained

Robert D. Piliero's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert D. Piliero handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Mergers & Acquisitions

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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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Robert D. Piliero

Where is Robert D. Piliero's law office located?
Robert D. Piliero's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Piliero & Associates PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert D. Piliero handle?
Robert D. Piliero focuses on m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
Where did Robert D. Piliero go to law school?
Robert D. Piliero earned their education at (—, 1974); (—).
How can I contact Robert D. Piliero for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Robert D. Piliero received?
Robert D. Piliero's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Mergers and Acquisitions; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Arbitration; Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property.

Education

Georgetown University
- 1974
University of Pennsylvania
- In Progress

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Mergers and Acquisitions
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Arbitration
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Securitization and Structured Finance Law
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Mergers and Acquisitions (New York City)
- 2022

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