Atty. Stephen D. Straus
Stephen D. Straus is a lawyer practicing appeals, civil rights, insurance coverage and 4 other areas of law.
Appeals & More Attorney · Serving Hawthorne, NY · 39+ Years Experience
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About Stephen D. Straus at a Glance
Stephen D. Straus is a Founding Partner based in Hawthorne, New York, practicing at Traub Lieberman Straus & Shrewsberry LLP. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on business, product liability, litigation, civil rights, and insurance. Admitted to practice in New York (1987) and U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of New York and Eastern District of Wisconsin an (1987). Educated at St. John's University School of Law (J.D., 1986) and Boston University (B.S.B.A., 1982). Active member of Association of the Bar of the City of New York American Bar Association. Serves clients in Hawthorne, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Stephen D. Straus
- Stephen D. Straus is a lawyer practicing appeals, civil rights, insurance coverage and 4 other areas of law
- Stephen received a B.S.B.A. degree from Boston University in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years
- Stephen practices at Traub Lieberman Straus & Shrewsberry LLP in Hawthorne, NY
Practice Areas Explained
Stephen D. Straus's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen D. Straus handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Hawthorne.
Business & Corporate Law in Hawthorne
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Product Liability in Hawthorne
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Civil Litigation in Hawthorne
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Civil Rights in Hawthorne
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
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Insurance Law in Hawthorne
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Hawthorne
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 Hawthorne 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.
Hawthorne Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Hawthorne-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 Hawthorne Choose Stephen D. Straus
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 Stephen D. Straus's practice in the field of business, product liability, litigation, civil rights, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Stephen D. Straus brings 39+ 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, Southern and Eastern Districts of New York and Eastern District of Wisconsin an, Stephen D. Straus can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, product liability, and litigation, Stephen D. Straus can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Hawthorne
A Hawthorne-based practice means Stephen D. Straus 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 Stephen D. Straus Handles in Hawthorne
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Stephen D. Straus has experience with under New York law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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