Atty. Stuart L. Melnick

Atty. Stuart L. Melnick

During the course of his professional career, Mr. Melnick has prosecuted and defended against hundreds of civil and commercial disputes, and has extensive experience litigating claims of breach of contract, negligence, securities fraud, bad faith, defamation, employment discrimination, lender liability, breach of fiduciary duty and unfair trade practices.

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Profile Summary

About Stuart L. Melnick at a glance

Stuart L. Melnick is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at Law Offices of Stuart L. Melnick, LLC. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on contracts, criminal defense, family law, employment, and business. Admitted to practice in New York Connecticut U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circu (1987). Educated at Temple University – James E. Beasley School of Law (J.D., 1987) and Clark University (B.A. English, 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • During the course of his professional career, Mr. Melnick has prosecuted and defended against hundreds of civil and commercial disputes, and has extensive experience litigating claims of breach of contract, negligence, securities fraud, bad faith, defamation, employment discrimination, lender liability, breach of fiduciary duty and unfair trade practices
  • He also has prosecuted and defended against numerous actions alleging copyright and/or trademark infringement, patent infringement, unfair competition, defamation/libel, invasion of privacy, RICO violations, and violations of the First, Fourth, Fifth and Fourteenth Amendments to the United States Constitution
  • Mr Melnick has additional experience prosecuting and defending against claims made and/or actions commenced before local, state and federal administrative and/or regulatory bodies, including the SEC and FINRA
  • He has further experience representing clients in connection with a wide variety of real estate, matrimonial and criminal matters
  • An accomplished appellate advocate, Mr. Melnick also has briefed and argued numerous appeals, both in state and federal court
  • Apart from his considerable litigation experience, Mr. Melnick has substantial transactional experience, having represented both public and private companies in connection with dozens of commercial and securities transactions
  • A forceful and effective negotiator, Mr. Melnick also has negotiated agreements and/or contracts of all kinds, including, merger/acquisition, financing, equity purchase, asset purchase, real estate, employment, pre- and post-nuptial, separation, marital dissolution, partnership, brokerage, distribution, royalty and leasing agreements

Other Legal Experience

  • • Associate, Phillips Nizer LLP, New York, New York, 1987-1989
  • • Associate, Proskauer Rose LLP, New York, New York, 1989-1991
  • • Associate, Pryor Cashman LLP, New York, New York, 1991-1994
  • • Of Counsel, Tanner Propp LLP, New York, New York, 1998-2002
  • Activities and Awards: • Lead Member, Winning Team, 37th Annual National Moot Court Competition (1986)
  • • Recipient, American College of Trial Lawyers Medal for Excellence in Advocacy (1986)
  • • Recipient, Temple Law Alumni/ae Moot Court Award (1987)
  • • AV Preeminent® , Martindale-Hubbell
  • • Top Lawyers in New York, The Legal Network, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016

Practice Areas Explained

Stuart L. Melnick's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stuart L. Melnick handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Employment Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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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 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 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 Stuart L. Melnick

Where is Stuart L. Melnick's law office located?
Stuart L. Melnick's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Law Offices of Stuart L. Melnick, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stuart L. Melnick handle?
Stuart L. Melnick focuses on contracts, criminal defense, family law, employment, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Stuart L. Melnick practiced law?
Stuart L. Melnick has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Stuart L. Melnick go to law school?
Stuart L. Melnick earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A. English, 1981).
How can I contact Stuart L. Melnick for a consultation?
You can contact Stuart L. Melnick directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Stuart L. Melnick received?
Stuart L. Melnick's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Temple University – James E. Beasley School of Law
- 1987
B.A. English
Clark University
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York Connecticut U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circu
Admitted: 1987

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