Atty. Robert Karl Smits

Atty. Robert Karl Smits

Robert Karl Smits is a lawyer practicing mergers and acquisitions, private equity, venture capital and 4 other areas of law. Robert received a A.B. degree from Hamilton College in 1983, and has been licensed for 37 years.

New York New York 37 yrs experience 37 year
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About Robert Karl Smits at a glance

Robert Karl Smits is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Salans LLP. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on business, ip, m&a, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in California (Inactive) (1989) and New York (1990). Educated at University of California, Davis School of Law (J.D., 1988) and Hamilton College (A.B. History, 1983). Active member of American Bar Association. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Robert Karl Smits is a lawyer practicing mergers and acquisitions, private equity, venture capital and 4 other areas of law
  • Robert received a A.B. degree from Hamilton College in 1983, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Robert practices at Salans LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Karl Smits's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 Karl Smits

Where is Robert Karl Smits's law office located?
Robert Karl Smits's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Salans LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Karl Smits handle?
Robert Karl Smits focuses on business, ip, m&a, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Robert Karl Smits practiced law?
Robert Karl Smits has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Robert Karl Smits go to law school?
Robert Karl Smits earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (A.B. History, 1983).
How can I contact Robert Karl Smits for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of California, Davis School of Law
- 1988
A.B. History
Hamilton College
- 1983

Bar Admissions

California (Inactive)
Admitted: 1989
New York
Admitted: 1990

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