Atty. Robert M Fishler
Robert M Fishler is a lawyer practicing commercial, arbitration, wills & living wills and 2 other areas of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years.
Arbitration & More Attorney · Serving Staten Island, NY · 42+ Years Experience
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About Robert M Fishler at a Glance
Robert M Fishler is a Managing Member based in Staten Island, New York, practicing at Gaines & Fishler, LLP. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, poa, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1984), New York (1986), and New Jersey (1986). Educated at University of Detroit Mercy (J.D., 1984) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Staten Island, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert M Fishler
- Robert M Fishler is a lawyer practicing commercial, arbitration, wills & living wills and 2 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years
- Robert practices at Gaines & Fishler, LLP in Staten Island, NY
Practice Areas Explained
Robert M Fishler's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert M Fishler handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Staten Island.
Business & Corporate Law in Staten Island
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in Staten Island
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Robert M Fishler is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in New York →
Power of Attorney in Staten Island
Robert M Fishler is one of 32,920 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa attorneys in New York →
Civil Litigation in Staten Island
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Mediation & Arbitration in Staten Island
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Robert M Fishler is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in New York →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Staten Island
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 Staten Island 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.
Staten Island Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Staten Island-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 Staten Island Choose Robert M Fishler
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 M Fishler's practice in the field of business, real estate, poa, litigation, and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert M Fishler brings 42+ 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 Michigan, New York, and New Jersey, Robert M Fishler can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, real estate, and poa, Robert M Fishler can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Staten Island
A Staten Island-based practice means Robert M Fishler attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Robert M Fishler Handles in Staten Island
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Robert M Fishler has experience with under New York law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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