Atty. Robert Gochfeld
Robert Gochfeld is a lawyer practicing land use law, land use & zoning, construction & development and 3 other areas of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from Cornell University in 1966, and has been licensed for 46 years.
Construction / Development & More Attorney · Serving Brooklyn, NY · 46+ Years Experience
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About Robert Gochfeld at a Glance
Robert Gochfeld is a Member based in Brooklyn, New York, practicing at Robert Gochfeld, Attorney At Law. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on real estate and zoning. Admitted to practice in New York (1980), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1980), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1980). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D., 1979) and Cornell University (B.A., 1966). Active member of New York County Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Brooklyn, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert Gochfeld
- Robert Gochfeld is a lawyer practicing land use law, land use & zoning, construction & development and 3 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.A. degree from Cornell University in 1966, and has been licensed for 46 years
- Robert practices at Robert Gochfeld, Attorney At Law in Brooklyn, NY
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Robert Gochfeld's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Gochfeld handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Brooklyn.
Real Estate Law in Brooklyn
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Land Use & Zoning in Brooklyn
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Brooklyn
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 Brooklyn 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.
Brooklyn Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Brooklyn-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 Brooklyn Choose Robert Gochfeld
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 Gochfeld's practice in the field of real estate and zoning.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert Gochfeld brings 46+ 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 Gochfeld can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering real estate and zoning, Robert Gochfeld can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Brooklyn
A Brooklyn-based practice means Robert Gochfeld 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 Gochfeld Handles in Brooklyn
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