Atty. Robert J Cleary
Robert J Cleary is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, securities & investment fraud, tax. Robert received a B.B.A. degree from College of William & Mary in 1977, and has been licensed for 44 years.
Criminal Defense & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 44+ Years Experience
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About Robert J Cleary at a Glance
Robert J Cleary is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at Proskauer Rose Llp. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, tax, securities, and consumer. Admitted to practice in New York (1982), U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1990), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1993), and New Jersey (1996). Educated at Fordham University School of Law (J.D., 1980) and College of William & Mary (B.B.A., 1977). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert J Cleary
- Robert J Cleary is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, securities & investment fraud, tax
- Robert received a B.B.A. degree from College of William & Mary in 1977, and has been licensed for 44 years
- Robert practices at Proskauer Rose LLP in New York, NY
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Robert J Cleary's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert J Cleary handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Criminal Defense in New York
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Tax Law in New York
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Securities Law in New York
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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 J Cleary
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 J Cleary's practice in the field of criminal defense, tax, securities, and consumer.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert J Cleary brings 44+ 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. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit, and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York, Robert J Cleary can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, tax, and securities, Robert J Cleary 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 J Cleary 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 J Cleary Handles in New York
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