Atty. Stuart Altschuler
Stuart Altschuler is of counsel to Getnick Law. He specializes in complex litigation and business counseling.
Business Litigation & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 47+ Years Experience
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About Stuart Altschuler at a Glance
Stuart Altschuler is an Of Counsel based in New York, New York, practicing at Getnick Law. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on business, federal crimes, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1979) and Illinois (1982). Educated at Cornell University (J.D., 1978) and Princeton University (A.B., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Stuart Altschuler
- Stuart Altschuler is of counsel to Getnick Law
- He specializes in complex litigation and business counseling
- He began his legal practice at Cahill Gordon & Reindel in New York, then moved to Chicago and was a partner successively at Sonnenschein Nath & Rosenthal and Winston & Strawn
- In 2011 Mr. Altschuler returned to New York and joined Getnick Law
- In Mr. Altschuler’s over 40 years of litigation experience he has represented large and small businesses and individuals in the areas of antitrust, securities, product liability, and general commercial law
- He is a member of the New York and Illinois bars
- He has litigated cases in the U.S
- Supreme Court, numerous federal courts of appeals and district courts, and various state courts
- He is a member of the American, New York State, and New York City Bar Associations
Practice Areas Explained
Stuart Altschuler's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stuart Altschuler handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Business & Corporate Law in New York
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Federal Crimes in New York
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Civil Litigation in New York
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Why Local Counsel Matters in New York
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 New York 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.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-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 New York Choose Stuart Altschuler
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 Stuart Altschuler's practice in the field of business, federal crimes, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Stuart Altschuler 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 Illinois, Stuart Altschuler can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, federal crimes, and litigation, Stuart Altschuler can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Stuart Altschuler 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 Stuart Altschuler Handles in New York
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