Atty. Robert P. Smith
Robert P. Smith is a lawyer practicing municipal law, general practice, banking.
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Robert P. Smith is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Hawkins Delafield & Wood LLP. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on business and government. Admitted to practice in New York (1990). Educated at Fordham University (J.D., 1989) and St. John's University (B.S., 1981). Active member of New York State Bar Association (Member, Municipal Law Section) Government Finance Officers Association. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Robert P. Smith is a lawyer practicing municipal law, general practice, banking
- Robert received a B.S. degree from St. John's University in 1981, and has been licensed for 36 years
- Robert practices at Hawkins Delafield & Wood LLP in New York, NY
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Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
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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.
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