Atty. Robert H. Hermann
Mr. Hermann is a member of the Commercial Litigation practice group.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving White Plains, NY · 57+ Years Experience
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About Robert H. Hermann at a Glance
Robert H. Hermann is a Partner based in White Plains, New York. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on family law, business, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in New York U.S. Supreme Court (1969). Educated at Yale University (LL.B., 1969) and Dartmouth College (B.A., 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in White Plains, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert H. Hermann
- Mr. Hermann is a member of the Commercial Litigation practice group
- A highly experienced litigator and advisor, Mr. Hermann has taken on a wide range of complex disputes
- Mr. Hermann has handled litigations in federal and states courts, both trial and appellate, representing Fortune 500 companies, banks, businesses, insurers, not-for-profits, government entities and individuals
- He has also represented municipalities, school districts and universities in civil and property rights and administrative law disputes
- He has overseen federal and state governmental investigations and regulatory matters, financial services and securities industry contests representing the government and, subsequently, corporate clients and industry associations
- Mr. Hermann has done trial and appellate work in federal and state courts, including arbitration
- He has argued numerous appeals in state and federal courts in New York including the United States Supreme Court
- In addition, Mr. Hermann has broad experience in New York State government as a lawyer and policy adviser
- He was Special Counsel to the New York State Senate Majority
- Director of the New York Governor’s Office of Regulatory Reform
- Solicitor General for the State of New York
- and Chief of the Public Advocacy Division of the New York Attorney General’s Office
Practice Areas Explained
Robert H. Hermann's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert H. Hermann handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in White Plains.
Family Law in White Plains
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Business & Corporate Law in White Plains
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Civil Litigation in White Plains
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Government & Administrative Law 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 H. Hermann
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 H. Hermann's practice in the field of family law, business, litigation, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert H. Hermann brings 57+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering family law, business, and litigation, Robert H. Hermann 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 H. Hermann 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 H. Hermann Handles in White Plains
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