Atty. Robert J Cleary

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.

New York New York 44 yrs experience 44 year
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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). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • 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

Practice Areas Explained

Robert J Cleary's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Tax Law

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Securities Law

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Consumer Protection

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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 J Cleary

Where is Robert J Cleary's law office located?
Robert J Cleary's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Proskauer Rose Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert J Cleary handle?
Robert J Cleary focuses on criminal defense, tax, securities, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Robert J Cleary practiced law?
Robert J Cleary has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Robert J Cleary go to law school?
Robert J Cleary earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.B.A., 1977).
How can I contact Robert J Cleary for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Fordham University School of Law
- 1980
B.B.A.
College of William & Mary
- 1977

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1993
New Jersey
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1996
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 2003

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