Atty. Robert Schaffer
Robert Schaffer is a lawyer practicing life sciences & biotechnology, litigation, intellectual property. Robert received a S.B. degree from Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years.
Intellectual Property & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 42+ Years Experience
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About Robert Schaffer at a Glance
Robert Schaffer is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Troutman Sanders LLP. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on ip and litigation. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1984) and New York U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit registered to practice before U.S. Patent and (1985). Educated at New York Law School (J.D., 1984) and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (S.B. New, 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert Schaffer
- Robert Schaffer is a lawyer practicing life sciences & biotechnology, litigation, intellectual property
- Robert received a S.B. degree from Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years
- Robert practices at Troutman Sanders LLP in New York, NY
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Robert Schaffer's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Schaffer handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Intellectual Property in New York
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
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Civil Litigation in New York
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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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.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-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 New York Choose Robert Schaffer
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 Schaffer's practice in the field of ip and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert Schaffer 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 Connecticut and New York U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit registered to practice before U.S. Patent and, Robert Schaffer can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering ip and litigation, Robert Schaffer 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 Schaffer attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Robert Schaffer Handles in New York
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This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Robert Schaffer directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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