Atty. Scott Kossove
Scott Kossove is a lawyer practicing legal malpractice defense, accountant malpractice defense, labor and employment law and 5 other areas of law. Scott received a B.A. degree from University of Rhode Island in 1994, and has been licensed for 28 years.
Accountant Malpractice Defense & More Attorney · Serving Melville, NY · 28+ Years Experience
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About Scott Kossove at a Glance
Scott Kossove is a Member based in Melville, New York, practicing at L'Abbate, Balkan, Colavita & Contini, L.L.P.. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on formation, employment, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in New York (1998), New Jersey (1998), and U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of New York and District of New Jersey (1998). Educated at Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center (J.D., 1997) and University of Rhode Island (B.A., 1994). Active member of New York State and American Bar Associations. Serves clients in Melville, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Scott Kossove
- Scott Kossove is a lawyer practicing legal malpractice defense, accountant malpractice defense, labor and employment law and 5 other areas of law
- Scott received a B.A. degree from University of Rhode Island in 1994, and has been licensed for 28 years
- Scott practices at L'Abbate, Balkan, Colavita & Contini, L.L.P. in Melville, NY
Practice Areas Explained
Scott Kossove's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Scott Kossove handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Melville.
Business Formation in Melville
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Employment Law in Melville
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Business & Corporate Law in Melville
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Real Estate Law in Melville
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Melville
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 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 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.
Melville Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Melville-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 Melville Choose Scott Kossove
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 Scott Kossove's practice in the field of formation, employment, business, and real estate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Scott Kossove brings 28+ 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, Southern and Eastern Districts of New York and District of New Jersey, Scott Kossove can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering formation, employment, and business, Scott Kossove can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Melville
A Melville-based practice means Scott Kossove 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 Scott Kossove Handles in Melville
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