Atty. Robert Philip Devlin
Robert Philip Devlin is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, family law, intellectual property and 1 other area of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 49+ Years Experience
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About Robert Philip Devlin at a Glance
Robert Philip Devlin is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at Robert P. Devlin, Esq.. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on trademark, family law, business, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1977), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1978), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1978), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan (1985). Educated at Columbia University School of Law (J.D., 1976) and University of Notre Dame (B.A., 1973). Active member of New York State Bar Association (Member, Special Prosecutors Committee) American Bar Association New York City Bar New York Trial Lawyers Association St and Georges Society of New York American Trial Lawyers Association. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert Philip Devlin
- Robert Philip Devlin is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, family law, intellectual property and 1 other area of law
- Robert received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years
- Robert practices at Robert P. Devlin, Esq. in New York, NY
Practice Areas Explained
Robert Philip Devlin's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Philip Devlin handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Trademark Law in New York
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Family Law in New York
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Business & Corporate Law in New York
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Intellectual Property in New York
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Civil Litigation in New York
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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 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.
New York Courts and Legal Process
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in New York Choose Robert Philip Devlin
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 Philip Devlin's practice in the field of trademark, family law, business, ip, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert Philip Devlin brings 49+ 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, Robert Philip Devlin can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trademark, family law, and business, Robert Philip Devlin can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Robert Philip Devlin 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 Philip Devlin Handles in New York
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