Atty. Steven Jay Harfenist

Atty. Steven Jay Harfenist

Mr. Steven Jay Harfenist is a lawyer practicing commercial, commercial litigation, constitutional law and 8 other areas of law.

Lake Success Lake Success 37 yrs experience 37 year
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About Steven Jay Harfenist at a glance

Steven Jay Harfenist is a Partner based in Lake Success, New York, practicing at Harfenist Kraut & Perlstein LLP. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, business, estate litigation, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1989) and New York (1990). Educated at Emory University (J.D., 1989) and University of Maryland (B.S., 1986). Active member of New York State Bar Association New York State Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Lake Success, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Steven Jay Harfenist is a lawyer practicing commercial, commercial litigation, constitutional law and 8 other areas of law
  • Steven received a B.S. degree from University of Maryland in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Steven practices at Harfenist Kraut & Perlstein LLP in Lake Success, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Steven Jay Harfenist's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steven Jay Harfenist handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Estate & Trust Litigation

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 Lake Success 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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Steven Jay Harfenist

Where is Steven Jay Harfenist's law office located?
Steven Jay Harfenist's law practice is located in Lake Success, New York. The firm is Harfenist Kraut & Perlstein LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven Jay Harfenist handle?
Steven Jay Harfenist focuses on criminal defense, family law, business, estate litigation, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Steven Jay Harfenist practiced law?
Steven Jay Harfenist has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Steven Jay Harfenist go to law school?
Steven Jay Harfenist earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.S., 1986).
How can I contact Steven Jay Harfenist for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Emory University
- 1989
B.S.
University of Maryland
- 1986

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1989
New York
Admitted: 1990

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