Atty. Samuel A Bernstein
Samuel A Bernstein is a lawyer practicing false arrest, criminal defense, family law and 5 other areas of law. Samuel received a B.A. degree from Brooklyn College of the City University of New York in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years.
Criminal Defense & More Attorney · Serving Brooklyn, NY · 41+ Years Experience
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About Samuel A Bernstein at a Glance
Samuel A Bernstein is a Member based in Brooklyn, New York, practicing at Samuel A. Bernstein. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, family law, and real estate. Admitted to practice in New York (1985), New Jersey (1985), and U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey and U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts (1985). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D., 1984) and Brooklyn College of the City University of New York (B.A., 1981). Active member of Brooklyn Bar Association New York State Bar Association Kings County Criminal Bar Association New York State Defenders Association and Member: ARAG Group. Serves clients in Brooklyn, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Samuel A Bernstein
- Samuel A Bernstein is a lawyer practicing false arrest, criminal defense, family law and 5 other areas of law
- Samuel received a B.A. degree from Brooklyn College of the City University of New York in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years
- Samuel practices at Samuel A. Bernstein in Brooklyn, NY
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Samuel A Bernstein's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Samuel A Bernstein handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Brooklyn.
DUI / DWI Defense in Brooklyn
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Criminal Defense in Brooklyn
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Family Law in Brooklyn
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Real Estate Law in Brooklyn
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Brooklyn
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 Brooklyn 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.
Brooklyn Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Brooklyn-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 Brooklyn Choose Samuel A Bernstein
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 Samuel A Bernstein's practice in the field of dui/dwi, criminal defense, family law, and real estate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Samuel A Bernstein brings 41+ 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, New Jersey, and U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey and U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts , Samuel A Bernstein can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering dui/dwi, criminal defense, and family law, Samuel A Bernstein can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Brooklyn
A Brooklyn-based practice means Samuel A Bernstein 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 Samuel A Bernstein Handles in Brooklyn
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