Atty. Roberta Ellen Tarshis
Roberta Ellen Tarshis is a lawyer practicing litigation, personal injury defense. Roberta has been licensed for 47 years.
Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Forest Hills, NY · 47+ Years Experience
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About Roberta Ellen Tarshis at a Glance
Roberta Ellen Tarshis is a Member based in Forest Hills, New York, practicing at Tarshis & Hammerman L.L.P.. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on personal injury and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1979) and U.S. District Court Eastern and Southern Districts of New York (1980). Educated at State University of New York College at Buffalo (J.D., 1978). Serves clients in Forest Hills, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Roberta Ellen Tarshis
- Roberta Ellen Tarshis is a lawyer practicing litigation, personal injury defense
- Roberta has been licensed for 47 years
- Roberta practices at Tarshis & Hammerman L.L.P. in Forest Hills, NY
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Roberta Ellen Tarshis's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Roberta Ellen Tarshis handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Forest Hills.
Personal Injury in Forest Hills
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Civil Litigation in Forest Hills
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 Forest Hills
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 Forest Hills 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.
Forest Hills Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Forest Hills-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 Forest Hills Choose Roberta Ellen Tarshis
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 Roberta Ellen Tarshis's practice in the field of personal injury and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Roberta Ellen Tarshis brings 47+ 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 and U.S. District Court Eastern and Southern Districts of New York, Roberta Ellen Tarshis can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury and litigation, Roberta Ellen Tarshis can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Forest Hills
A Forest Hills-based practice means Roberta Ellen Tarshis 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 Roberta Ellen Tarshis Handles in Forest Hills
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This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Roberta Ellen Tarshis directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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