Atty. Robert R. Butts

Atty. Robert R. Butts

Law Secretary to Hon. Henry W.

Millbrook Millbrook 54 yrs experience 54 year
Call (845) 975-1192 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Robert R. Butts at a glance

Robert R. Butts is a Partner based in Millbrook, New York, practicing at Mackey Catania & Whalen LLP. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on residential, trusts, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in New York (1972), U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1975), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1979), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1979). Educated at Cornell Law School (J.D., 1971) and Dartmouth College (A.B. Cornell, 1968). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Dutchess County, New York State (Member, Sections on: Trusts and Estates Municipal Law Real Property Law) and American (Member, Sections on: Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Law Practice Management) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Millbrook, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

Law Secretary to Hon. Henry W. Lengyel, Judge, New York State Court of Claims, 1976-1978

Previous Employment

  • Assistant Counsel, Radisson, New York State Urban Development Corporation, 1973-1975
  • Guernsey, Butts & Walsh, 1978-1990
  • Guernsey Butts Ostertag & O'Leary, Managing Partner, 1991-1995

Member

  • Town of Clinton Zoning Board of Appeals, 1982-1989
  • Town of Stanford Planning Board, 1990—
  • Chairman, 2006—

Practice Areas Explained

Robert R. Butts's Areas of Practice

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

Residential Real Estate

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Trusts

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate Law

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Jurisdictional Context

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 Millbrook 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 R. Butts

Where is Robert R. Butts's law office located?
Robert R. Butts's law practice is located in Millbrook, New York. The firm is Mackey Catania & Whalen LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert R. Butts handle?
Robert R. Butts focuses on residential, trusts, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Robert R. Butts practiced law?
Robert R. Butts has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Robert R. Butts go to law school?
Robert R. Butts earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (A.B. Cornell, 1968).
How can I contact Robert R. Butts for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Robert R. Butts received?
Robert R. Butts's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Cornell Law School
- 1971
A.B. Cornell
Dartmouth College
- 1968

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1972
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1979

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