Atty. Robert Damast
Robert Damast is a lawyer practicing estate and trust litigation, will contests, contested accounting proceedings and 4 other areas of law. Robert received a M.A. degree from Columbia University, and has been licensed for 48 years.
Contested Accounting Proceedings & More Attorney · Serving White Plains, NY · 48+ Years Experience
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About Robert Damast at a Glance
Robert Damast is a Member based in White Plains, New York, practicing at Lauterbach Garfinkel Damast & Hollander, LLP. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, real estate, and estate litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1978), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1978), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1978). Educated at New York University J.D. (—) and Columbia University M.A. University of Wisconsin-Madison B.A. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New York State and American Bar Associations. Serves clients in White Plains, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert Damast
- Robert Damast is a lawyer practicing estate and trust litigation, will contests, contested accounting proceedings and 4 other areas of law
- Robert received a M.A. degree from Columbia University, and has been licensed for 48 years
- Robert practices at Lauterbach Garfinkel Damast & Hollander, LLP in White Plains, NY
Practice Areas Explained
Robert Damast's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Damast handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in White Plains.
Wills in White Plains
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Trusts in White Plains
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Probate in White Plains
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Real Estate Law in White Plains
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Estate & Trust Litigation in White Plains
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in White Plains
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 White Plains 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.
White Plains Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a White Plains-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 White Plains Choose Robert Damast
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 Damast's practice in the field of wills, trusts, probate, real estate, and estate litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert Damast brings 48+ 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, Southern District of New York, and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York, Robert Damast can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wills, trusts, and probate, Robert Damast can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in White Plains
A White Plains-based practice means Robert Damast 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 Damast Handles in White Plains
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