Atty. Robert Stephen Barnett

Atty. Robert Stephen Barnett

Robert Stephen Barnett is a lawyer practicing business planning, tax planning, estate planning and 4 other areas of law. Robert Stephen received a B.S. degree from Hofstra University, and has been licensed for 40 years.

New York New York 40 yrs experience 40 year
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About Robert Stephen Barnett at a glance

Robert Stephen Barnett is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Capell Barnett Matalon & Schoenfeld LLP. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, tax, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1986) and New York District of Columbia (1988). Educated at Fordham University School of Law J.D. cum laude (—) and Hofstra University B.S. magna cum laude (—). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Robert Stephen Barnett is a lawyer practicing business planning, tax planning, estate planning and 4 other areas of law
  • Robert Stephen received a B.S. degree from Hofstra University, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Robert Stephen practices at Capell Barnett Matalon & Schoenfeld LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Stephen Barnett's Areas of Practice

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

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

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 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 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

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Where is Robert Stephen Barnett's law office located?
Robert Stephen Barnett's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Capell Barnett Matalon & Schoenfeld LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Stephen Barnett handle?
Robert Stephen Barnett focuses on estate planning, business, tax, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Robert Stephen Barnett practiced law?
Robert Stephen Barnett has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
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Education

Fordham University School of Law J.D. cum laude
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Hofstra University B.S. magna cum laude
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1986
New York District of Columbia
Admitted: 1988

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