Atty. Robert Michael Rothman
Robert Michael Rothman is a lawyer practicing commercial, international law, consumer protection and 6 other areas of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Binghamton in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years.
Commercial & More Attorney · Serving Melville, NY · 32+ Years Experience
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About Robert Michael Rothman at a Glance
Robert Michael Rothman is a Partner based in Melville, New York, practicing at Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on business, class action, securities, litigation, and consumer. Admitted to practice in New York (1994), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1994), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York U.S. Court of appeals, Second and Eight Circuits (1994). Educated at Hofstra University School of Law (J.D., 1993) and State University of New York at Binghamton (B.A. Economics, 1990). Serves clients in Melville, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert Michael Rothman
- Robert Michael Rothman is a lawyer practicing commercial, international law, consumer protection and 6 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Binghamton in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years
- Robert practices at Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP in Melville, NY
Practice Areas Explained
Robert Michael Rothman's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Michael Rothman handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Melville.
Business & Corporate Law in Melville
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Class Action in Melville
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Securities Law in Melville
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Civil Litigation in Melville
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Consumer Protection in Melville
Consumer protection attorneys for fraud, lemon law, debt harassment, and deceptive trade practices.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Melville
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 Melville 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.
Melville Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Melville-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 Melville Choose Robert Michael Rothman
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 Michael Rothman's practice in the field of business, class action, securities, litigation, and consumer.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert Michael Rothman brings 32+ 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. District Court, Southern District of New York, and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York U.S. Court of appeals, Second and Eight Circuits, Robert Michael Rothman can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, class action, and securities, Robert Michael Rothman can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Melville
A Melville-based practice means Robert Michael Rothman 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 Michael Rothman Handles in Melville
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