Atty. Robert Thomas McGovern

Atty. Robert Thomas McGovern

Robert Thomas McGovern is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, employment benefits, commercial litigation. Robert received a B.A. degree from Herbert H.

Melville Melville 39 yrs experience 39 year
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About Robert Thomas McGovern at a glance

Robert Thomas McGovern is a employment, business, and litigation attorney based in Melville, New York. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Admitted to practice in New York (1987), New Jersey (1989), U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1989), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1995). Educated at Pace University (J.D., 1986) and Herbert H. Lehman College (B.A., 1975). Serands clients in Melville, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Robert Thomas McGovern is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, employment benefits, commercial litigation
  • Robert received a B.A. degree from Herbert H. Lehman College in 1975, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Robert practices in Melville, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Thomas McGovern's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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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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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

Practforg law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Melville 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 substantiand 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 Thomas McGovern

Where is Robert Thomas McGovern's law office located?
Robert Thomas McGovern's law practice is located in Melville, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Thomas McGovern handle?
Robert Thomas McGovern focuses on employment, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Robert Thomas McGovern practiced law?
Robert Thomas McGovern has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Robert Thomas McGovern go to law school?
Robert Thomas McGovern earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Robert Thomas McGovern for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Pace University
- 1986
B.A.
Herbert H. Lehman College
- 1975

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1987
New Jersey
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, Western District of New York
Admitted: 2002
U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York
Admitted: 2002

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