Atty. Stuart B. Katz
Stuart B. Katz is a lawyer practicing taxation, tax litigation, criminal law and 1 other area of law.
Criminal Law & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 37+ Years Experience
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About Stuart B. Katz at a Glance
Stuart B. Katz is a Swiss Re Life & Health based in New York, New York. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, tax, tax litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in New York (1989). Educated at New York University (J.D. Taxation, 1988) and Dartmouth College (B.A., 1983). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Stuart B. Katz
- Stuart B. Katz is a lawyer practicing taxation, tax litigation, criminal law and 1 other area of law
- Stuart received a B.A. degree from Dartmouth College in 1983, and has been licensed for 37 years
- Stuart practices in New York, NY
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Stuart B. Katz's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stuart B. Katz handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Criminal Defense in New York
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Tax Law in New York
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
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Tax Litigation in New York
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Civil Rights in New York
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Jurisdictional Context
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 B. Katz
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 B. Katz's practice in the field of criminal defense, tax, tax litigation, and civil rights.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Stuart B. Katz brings 37+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, tax, and tax litigation, Stuart B. Katz 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 B. Katz 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 B. Katz Handles in New York
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